Futures Initiative
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The College of Liberal Arts is excited to launch The Futures Initiative, an alumni series highlighting how studying the humanities prepares students for public and professional lives of purpose. Join us for live Q&As with Liberal Arts Longhorns working in a variety of industries. where they’ll share their career journeys and offer advice to current students.
Upcoming Futures Events
Liberal Arts in International Development- A Conversation with Cassandra Chaire
September 19th 4:00pm-5:00pm RLP 1.302E
Do you have a passion for making a difference on a global scale? Join us for an exclusive opportunity to hear from Liberal Arts Longhorn Cassandra Chaire, a Certified Project Management Professional with over eight years of experience in humanitarian and international development. Learn more and register for the event here.
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Liberal Arts in Counseling & Mental Health- A Conversation with Brad Watson
October 16th 4:00pm-5:00pm RLP 1.302B
This month we welcome back Brad Watson. Brad has worked in the helping professions for 25 years, in multiple positions, both domestically and internationally. After receiving his BA in American Studies from UT Austin in 2001, Brad joined the Peace Corps. He received his Master’s of Science in Clinical/Medical Social Work from UT Austin in 2013. Since then, he has worked as a Counselor at Hospice Austin, LifeWorks, Harbor Healthcare System and more. He’s spent the past five years at Therapy Austin, where he is now a Clinical Manager. Learn more and register for the event here.
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Fall 2025 speakers are TBA, so check back for details!
Have an industry or alum you’d like to see featured in an upcoming Futures Initiative event? Email Tatem Oldham to share your idea!