Hobby Happenings
September News and Events
- Sunday, September 1
Spring 2025 Priority Deadline for Graduate Candidate Applicants
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- Tuesday, September 10, 5-6:30 p.m.
Student-led Town Hall
Heritage Room, Second Floor, Room 202, Bates Law Building
Hobby School students are invited to attend a student-led town hall led by members of the school's undergraduate advisory council to foster community, encourage peer support and gather input on the Hobby School student experience.
- Thursday, Sept. 12, 4 -6 p.m.
America in Crisis and Renewal with George Packer
Rockwell Pavilion, M.D. Anderson Library
Acclaimed journalist and author George Packer discusses his latest book “Last Best Hope: America in Crisis and Renewal,” on the current moment and path forward for the country.
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- Friday, Sept. 13, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
2024 Civic Engagement Boot Camp
Heritage Room, Second Floor, Room 202, Bates Law Building
UH students and the Houston area community can attend a daylong workshop featuring local experts who will teach them the skills necessary to create positive change through civic engagement and develop and enhance their leadership abilities.
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- Tuesday, Sept. 17
National Voter Registration Day
The Hobby School recognizes the UH students and Houston organizations participating in the nonpartisan civic holiday dedicated to registering Americans to vote.
- Wednesday, Sept. 25, Noon to 1 p.m.
The Hobby Hour: Immigration and the 2024 Election
Houston business leader and author Stan Marek and former award-winning journalist Linda Lorelle will discuss the impact of immigration policy in the fourth largest city in the country. Dean Jim Granato will moderate the virtual conversation. Watch the episode on the Hobby School’s YouTube, Facebook and X channels.