Hobby Happenings
November News and Events
- Tuesday, Nov. 5
Election Day
Texas voters go to the polls to decide local, state and federal elected offices.
- Thursday, Nov. 7, 12:30 p.m.
Public Perception and Accountability: Catalysts for Change in Europe Intelligence
Andreea Stoian Karadeli, University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Security, Economics and Technology for Houston Speaker Series
Presented by the Center for Public Policy and the Center for International and Comparative Studies
Heritage Room (Room 201), Bates Law Building
- Friday, Nov. 8
First Generation College Student Day
November 8 is a call to celebrate those who are the first in their family to pursue a four-year undergraduate degree. It also marks the anniversary of the 1965 Higher Education Act, which expanded college opportunities.
- Tuesday, Nov. 12, 5-7 p.m.
Hobby School Student and Alumni Mixer
Station 3, 1919 Houston Ave.
The annual gathering invites past and present Hobby School students, interns, Certified Public Manager participants and community partners to network, reconnect and celebrate the 2024 Hobby Leadership Award recipients.
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- Wednesday, Nov. 13, 4-5:30 p.m.
The State of American Democracy with Adam Kinzinger
Presented by the Elizabeth D. Rockwell Center on Ethics and Leadership
Rockwell Pavilion, M.D. Anderson Library
Former U.S. Rep. Adam Kinzinger will recount his time in Congress and share his hopeful vision for the country's future.
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- Tuesday, Nov. 19, 5-8 p.m.
Bill Hobby: A Life of Journalism and Public Service
UH Hilton, Waldorf Astoria Ballroom
The Hobby School community, members of the Hobby family and authors of “Bill Hobby: A Life of Journalism and Public Service” will discuss the newly published biography and celebrate Bill Hobby’s legacy
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- Tuesday, Nov. 26
Last Day of Fall Classes
- Wednesday, Nov. 27
Mickey Leland’s Birthday
The Hobby School remembers the late U.S. Rep. Mickey Leland for his compassion and political civility.
Biography - Nov. 28-29
Thanksgiving Holiday
University Holiday - Nov. 1-Dec. 20
Open Nominations for the 2025 Public Officials of the Year Awards
Prepare your nominations for the 2025 Public Officials of the Year and Pioneer Award.
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