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Preparing the Next Generation of Philanthropic and Nonprofit Leaders

The RGK Center offers a collaborative space for students and community members to build a vibrant and diverse global civil society. Our student-centered, data-driven, and community-based work equips leaders to achieve their desired social impact.

What We Do

Graduate Portfolio in Nonprofit Studies

Graduate Portfolio in Nonprofit Studies

Portfolio students develop specialized skills in nonprofit management, philanthropy, and social impact, preparing them to lead and address complex global challenges across sectors. Graduate students from across the UT Austin campus with an interest in learning about the social sector are encouraged to join.

Social entrepreneurship certificate

Executive Education Certificate in Social Entrepreneurship

The Social Entrepreneurship Certificate at the LBJ School equips professionals with tools to enhance social impact in a unique, no-cost program supported by the RGK Center. This program is developed in partnership with Suzanne Smith of Social Impact Architects.

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Faculty Research

Our faculty are experts in research areas including nonprofit management and governance, volunteerism, network analysis, program evaluation, philanthropy, and more. Our research initiatives are focused on helping the nonprofit leaders of today and tomorrow make informed and innovative contributions to the public good.

Nonprofit Studies Graduate Portfolio

Preparing and Connecting the Leaders of Tomorrow

 

The Nonprofit Studies Graduate Portfolio is an opportunity for graduate students at UT Austin to develop specialized skills in social finance, nonprofit management, philanthropy, cultural policy, social marketing and community collaboration. 

Students ready to make a difference in the world can advance their journey with the Gradaute Portfolio in Nonprofit Studies and with the RGK Center community of colleagues and faculty.

Latest News

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Social Entrepreneurship Certificate Launched at the LBJ School, Powered by the RGK Center

Oct. 11, 2024
On Friday, October 4th, the Social Entrepreneurship Certificate at the LBJ School of Public Affairs launched.
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Cine-Activism: LBJ Students Create Community with Cinema

Oct. 9, 2024
The second annual Cine-Activism film festival was hosted by the LBJ School of Public Affairs and the Lorenzo Long Institute of Latin American Studies at the end of September. Portfolio student Larissa Costa and LBJ student Geraldine Fandiño organized the event to bring together an alliance of vulnerable communities in conversation within academia.
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Event Recap: Nonprofit Careers in Legislative Advocacy

Oct. 2, 2024
UT Austin students and alumni gathered at the LBJ School last Tuesday to discuss the critical role of legislative advocacy in policymaking and to explore career opportunities in the field. Panelists discussed their personal experiences working in legislative advocacy through nonprofits and shared tips on squeezing the most out of the graduate school experience.
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Upcoming Events

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Event Status
Scheduled
Thursday October 17, 2024, 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
LBJ School of Public Affairs, SRH 3.212
Special Guest: Andy Davis, Vice President of Education and Capacity Building at Georgetown Health Foundation
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Event Status
Scheduled
Thursday October 24, 2024, 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
LBJ School of Public Affairs, SRH 3.212
Special Guest: Chris Bugbee, President and CEO of OneStar Foundation
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Event Status
Scheduled
Wednesday October 30, 2024, 9:00 am - 11:00 am
Radio Coffee & Beer (South)
Network with other students and alumni of the Nonprofit Studies Portfolio program.
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