December Newsletter

Engage, educate, and empower yourself with these opportunities!

January 27, 11:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.

Book Talk: How to Raise a Citizen (virtual)

In a time when civic knowledge is declining and political conversations feel increasingly overwhelming, Dr. Lindsey Cormack offers parents, educators, and community members a practical, hopeful roadmap for teaching the next generation about democracy. This program is perfect for anyone eager to build civic confidence in their families or classrooms, strengthen community engagement, and learn accessible ways to make political conversations feel natural.

LBJ Women's Campaign School Priority Funding Deadline

The LBJWCS priority funding deadline is Sunday, December 14.

Since 2020, the CWG has supported this bipartisan program, sponsoring over 200 Texans to attend training that prepares them to run for office or lead campaigns. Each year, a new cohort learns from top

political strategists through in-person sessions, virtual classes, and personalized mentorship.

Priority funding applications to join Cohort 7 are due December 14th. You can apply for the CWG Funding Reimbursement Award here, and use the link below to apply to the LBJ Women's Campaign School.

Apply for the LBJWCS

Thank you to our guest speakers!

Thank you to all of our incredible Fall 2025 speakers for making our programs possible. Your enthusiasm for sharing your experiences and professional insights helps us build a more empowered and engaged Texas. We are so grateful for your time, your leadership, and your generosity.

Gallery Spotlight

Rose Spector

San Antonio native Rose Spector was living with her husband and two children when her life changed in an unexpected way. A friend of hers who had recently withdrawn from St. Mary’s Law School stopped by to give Spector her textbooks and encouraged her to consider a legal career. Spector reflected on the idea, and with the support of her husband and young children, decided to enroll in law school—becoming only the second woman in her class.

In 1969, four years after graduating law school and facing difficulties finding employment in a law firm, Spector ran for a seat on the municipal court for Olmos Park. She won her seat and continued to campaign her way into higher judicial office, serving the community she loved at increasingly significant capacities. In 1992, Spector became the first woman elected to the Texas Supreme Court. At the time, she had more experience as a trial judge than any other sitting justice on the court.

Learn more about Rose Spector and other women in our Women in Texas Politics Exhibit at the Sue S. Bancroft Women’s Leadership Hall.

Sue S. Bancroft Women's Leadership Hall

Open Tuesday to Friday; 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM and by appointment. Visit us today!

1210 Old Main Circle, Denton, Texas

Women in Public Life Symposium

On November 14, the LBJ Women's Campaign School and the LBJ School of Public Affairs marked the 50-year anniversary of the 1975 Women in Public Life Symposium by hosting the 50th Anniversary Women in Public Life Symposium: A Bipartisan Path Forward at the LBJ Library. The Center for Women in Government was proud to contribute the Breaking Ground temporary exhibit to this historic event and take part in the many inspiring sessions throughout the day.

Be the Reason They Believe: Personalizing Public Trust

During the Executive Women in Texas Government's (EWTG) Annual Conference held in November, CWG Director Marlene Phillips delivered a presentation on how public service professionals can help rebuild trust in government. We are grateful to EWTG for creating space for this important conversation and to the engaged audience for their thoughtful participation and shared commitment to strengthening trust between government and the communities they serve.

DEC 11 | 7-9 pm | Braver Angels | Meet the New CEO Maury Giles:

This is a special chance for the North Texas community to connect directly with the new Braver Angels CEO Maury Giles — to hear his vision, share your experiences, and explore ways to strengthen unity here and across the country. Register here.

DEC 31 | Women's Public Leadership Network | Early Bird Registration for Women's Political Leadership Training:

For the first time, Women's Public Leadership Network (WPLN)—a national nonprofit dedicated to women's leadership—is coming to South Texas! Join the WPLN on April 17 to hear from inspirational women leaders and expert trainers, and gain access to valuable resources that will elevate your leadership skills. Learn more.

FEB 19 | 6-7 pm | Healing Politics | Book Talk with Cheryl Brown Wattley:

Hear about the remarkable career of Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson, the first nurse to ever serve in Congress. Author and UNT law professor Cheryl Brown Wattley will discuss the award-winning book Desire to Serve: The Autobiography of Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson which she worked with the Congresswoman to create. Register here .

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