Hobby Happenings

Summer News and Events
  • Tuesday, July 8, 5:30-6:30 p.m.
    Graduate Program Information Session
    Attend a virtual information session on pursuing an advanced degree at the Hobby School that provides insight into the admissions process, degree funding, career outcomes and more. Domestic applicants who attend receive an application fee waiver.
    Register
  • Tuesday, July 31
    National Intern Day
    In honor of National Intern Day, the Hobby School celebrates its interns as they explore their career options, build their professional networks, develop leadership skills and gain hands-on experience in public service.
  • Friday, Aug. 1
    2025-2026 Elizabeth D. Rockwell Center Prize for Best Artcle on Ethics, Leadership and Public Policy
    The Elizabeth D. Rockwell Center is accepting article submissions from scholars across various academic disciplines and institutions for recognition. The articles in peer-reviewed journals are judged on their originality, scholarship and potential to impact the real-world understanding of ethics in public policy.
    Application
  • Friday, Aug. 1
    Domestic Application Deadline for Fall 2025
    An advanced degree from the Hobby School prepares graduates to face tomorrow’s most pressing challenges through interdisciplinary coursework and training in ethics and leadership. Hobby School students will develop fundamental tools and skills transferable across a range of fields.
    Apply
  • Tuesday, Aug. 5, 5:30 p.m.
    Graduate Programs Information Session
    Attend a virtual information session on pursuing an advanced degree at the Hobby School that provides insight into the admissions process, degree funding, career outcomes and more. Domestic applicants who attend receive an application fee waiver.
    Register
  • Thursday, Aug. 14, 5-7 p.m.
    Save the Date: Social Economy and Enterprise Academy Presentations
    The Social Economy and Enterprise Academy connects students with Houston-area nonprofit organizations during the summer to work on research and data analysis projects that enhance the impact of these organizations on their communities.
    Information
  • Sunday, Aug. 17
    National Nonprofit Day
    The Hobby School celebrates our nonprofit community partners, who work closely with interns, student researchers and faculty members.
  • Monday, Aug. 25
    First Day of Fall  Classes