RGK Center in the News

Nonprofit Management Graduate Program Rankings
US News and World Report - 03/15/2012

In nonprofit management programs, students learn how fundraising, effective leadership, and financial management can improve a nonprofit organization. These are the best public affairs schools for the nonprofit management specialty. LBJ School ranked 8th in nation >

Suzi Sosa: Changing the world, forging the next generation of entrepreneurship
Austin Woman Monthly - 02/29/2012

Austin Woman Monthly features Suzi Sosa on the cover of their March issue and tells how she is changing the world and forging the next generation of entrepreneurship.

Student Innovators Save the World: Part 2
Forbes.com - 02/27/2012

This is the second part of a two-part series that provides a deeper look into the importance of social innovation and entrepreneurship and the inspiring students that are making change happen around the world. Read the article >

Student Innovators Save the World: Part 1
Forbes.com - 02/23/2012

Suzi Sosa discusses how the future that today's students seek includes economic opportunity and prosperity as well as a strong society and protected environment. Read the article >

Sunsetting: A Framework for Foundation Life As Well As Death
Aspen Institute - 02/21/2012

A new paper by Francie Ostrower discussing how sunsetting offers a distinct approach to philanthropy with certain benefits and characteristics. Download the paper >

 

Foundation Sunset: A Decision-Making Guide
Aspen Institute - 02/21/2012

Francie Ostrower discusses the major issues that donors, trustees, and staff confront when considering or implementing a sunset plan. Download the paper >

May the Nonprofit Force Be With You!
The Nonprofit Quarterly - 12/16/2011

The Star Wars Museum in Petaluma Goes Nonprofit. Read more >

Philanthropist Ronya Kozmetsky dies at 90
The Daily Texan - 10/28/2011

Ronya Kozmetsky, who contributed millions to a philanthrophic center in the Lyndon B. Johnson School of Public Affairs, died Tuesday at the age of 90. Read more >

Ronya Kozmetsky, Renowned Philanthropist and Founder of the RGK Center, Dies at Age 90
LBJ School of Public Affairs - 10/27/2011

Ronya Kozmetsky, renowned philanthropist and founder of the LBJ School of Public Affairs’ RGK Center for Philanthropy and Community Service passed away on Tuesday, Oct. 25 at the age of 90. Learn more about her legacy >

Philanthropist, educator and feminist Ronya Kozmetsky dies at 90
Austin American-Statesman - 10/25/2011

Ronya Kozmetsky, a renowned Austin philanthropist, educator and feminist, died Tuesday. She was 90. Read more >

The Divided Way
Ottawa Citizen - 10/22/2011

As the United Way looks to transform itself from a simple fundraiser into an 'agent of change,' some social service agencies say it is leaving them behind. Read the article >

Cultural Construction Slowdown

The Wall Street Journal - 09/14/2011

The cultural construction boom in North America has slowed. Is this merely a lull in a continuing trend? Or are we seeing the last gasp of major performing-arts-center construction for a while? Many of the cities that wanted better halls have completed them. And reports of economic distress among these new venues—which prompted the University of Chicago to study cultural infrastructure in the U.S.—have caused other communities to think twice before jumping on the bandwagon. Read the article >

LBJ School and Fine Arts Professor Francie Ostrower Elected President of ARNOVA
LBJ School of Public Affairs News - 08/29/2011

The Association for Research on Nonprofit Organizations and Voluntary Action (ARNOVA) has elected LBJ School and Fine Arts Professor Francie Ostrower as President Elect for 2011.

Why I Give
GivingCity Austin - 07/27/2011

Suzi Sosa describes a new funding model that could change philanthropy in Austin.

Another Side of Haiti
UT Know - 07/21/2011

An interdisciplinary team of student consultants traveled to northwestern Haiti in January 2011 as part of the RGK Center for Philanthropy and Community Service Curtis W. Meadows, Jr. Social Enterprise Fellows program. 

Personal connections impact philanthropy
The Daily Texan - 07/18/2011

Personal connections with a charity are important to people who offer philanthropy, new research from UT and other universities confirms.

A Different Kind of Drug Dealer
Texas Enterprise - 06/27/2011

Frustrated by years of insurance-industry restrictions at retail pharmacies, Chris Johnson struck out on his own. He rebuilt his career around making time for both his family and his customers, building MedSavers pharmacy into a sustainable source for the uninsured to access affordable medication.

Charitable giving rebounds in 2010
The Daily Texan - 06/23/2011

After two years of decline, charitable giving rose in 2010.

Announcing the 2011 Dell Social Innovation Competition Finalists
Direct2Dell - 04/18/2011

We are pleased to announce the five Finalist teams of the Dell Social Innovation Competition. These teams will move on to compete for the $50,000 Dell Social Innovation Grand Prize on May 16th. These teams were chosen from more than 100 Semi-Finalists who each submitted a detailed venture plan and a video pitch.

And the semi-finalists of the Dell Social Innovation Competition are…
Direct2Dell - 03/09/2011

Semi-Finalists are announced in the 2011 Dell Social Innovation Competition.

Why We Need Social Entrepreneurship in the Middle East
Inc.com - 02/23/2011

Underneath the political and economic discontent in the Mideast right now is also profound social unrest. The case for how new social enterprises could contribute to regained stability.

Contest funds student ideas for fighting social woes
The Daily Texan - 02/08/2011

University students worldwide will compete this week for a chance to win a $50,000 grand prize to jump-start their plan for social entrepreneurship. The fifth annual Dell Social Innovation Competition is a partnership between Dell Computers and the LBJ School’s RGK Center for Philanthropy and Community Service.

Dell, University of Texas empowering entrepreneurs — blog
Austin Business Journal - 02/02/2011

Dell Inc. and the University of Texas are collaborating on a competition meant to empower young social entrepreneurs.

Seeking next-generation social entrepreneurs
Smart Planet - 02/01/2011

A Smart Planet blog post discusses the importance of social responsibility and the Dell Social Innovation Competition.

Dell and the University of Texas Empower Young Social Entrepreneurs
The Corporate Social Responsibility Newswire - 01/31/2011

Dell and the University of Texas at Austin's RGK Center for Philanthropy and Community Service are working together for the fifth consecutive year to help fuel the entrepreneurial spirit of the best and brightest young minds with the 2011 Dell Social Innovation Competition.

Dell and the University of Texas Empower Young Social Entrepreneurs
Sun Herald - 01/31/2011

The Dell Social Innovation Competition inspires university students to approach global social problems through entrepreneurship, technology and sustainability and empowers them with unique skills and opportunities to succeed in a globally competitive workforce. The contestants with the best idea and venture plan will be awarded a $50,000 grand prize.

Dell and UT Empower Young Social Entrepreneurs
MSN Money - 01/31/2011

Dell and the University of Texas at Austin’s RGK Center for Philanthropy and Community Service are working together for the fifth consecutive year to help fuel the entrepreneurial spirit of the best and brightest young minds with the 2011 Dell Social Innovation Competition.

Social Entrepreneurship Roundtable Inspires an Obsession
Net Impact Austin - 01/31/2011

On Thursday, a Social Entrepreneurship Influencer Roundtable was held at The Carillion Restaurant at University of Texas. This invite-only gathering was sponsored by Dell, University of Texas’ RGK Center for Philanthropy and Public Service, and Echoing Green.

Social Innovation Competition
GivingCity Austin - 01/14/2011

GivingCity Austin looks at ideas launched by the Dell Social Innovation Competition.

Getting Green Products on More Retail Shelves
Inc.com - 12/23/2010

Big retailers tend to be afraid of start-ups that make eco-friendly products. Here's a proposal on how to change that mindset.