Join us in person or online for a conversation with Renu Khator, president of the University of Houston and chancellor of the University of Houston System.

Khator has served as University of Houston System chancellor and University of Houston president since January 2008. During her tenure, the system has experienced record-breaking research funding and enrollment. Previously, Khator served as board chair for the American Council on Education and worked as provost and senior vice president at the University of South Florida.

The Texas Tribune's Conversation Series features in-depth discussions with prominent elected officials and newsmakers moderated by CEO Evan Smith and other expert journalists from The Texas Tribune. Each free event at the historic Austin Club in downtown Austin features coffee, networking and audience question-and-answer time. You can also watch the event on our livestream if you are unable to attend in person.

This event is supported by Community Health Choice. The Conversation Series is presented by AT&T, BP, PepsiCo, Walmart, Southwest Airlines –the official airline of Texas Tribune Events – and 85th legislative session sponsor, the University of Texas at Arlington. Additional support is provided by the Hatton W. Sumners Foundation. Tribune events are also supported through contributions from our founding investors and members.

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