Dean of @hobbyschooluh at @UHouston
Joined September 2011
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Meet Ray Carrington, the Hobby School's visual storyteller and digital content creator. With a camera in hand, Ray will spotlight students, research and public service initiatives. The Hobby School looks forward to the creativity and energy Ray will bring to sharing its stories.
ALT Welcome sign featuring a photo of Ray Carrington. The text reads, 'Welcome to the Team.' At the bottom, logos for the Hobby School of Public Affairs and University of Houston are displayed.
ALT A person in a red university shirt stands outdoors, smiling and showing a peace sign. They are next to a large red banner featuring the University of Houston logo. A quote is displayed: "I’m looking forward to helping tell the stories of students and leaders who are working to make Houston a better place." - Ray Carrington. The banner and quote are associated with the Hobby School of Public Affairs, University of Houston.
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First-generation college student Rubick Hernandez is building a foundation for a career in law and public service. Through the Civic Houston Internships, her experiences with @NALEO and @salinasforhtx have deepened her commitment to civic engagement.
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First-generation student Kerin Gomez is turning classroom learning into community impact. Through the Civic Houston Internship Program and the Next Generation Leadership Academy, she's building leadership skills and exploring careers in public service.
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It was a privilege to induct the fall Pi Alpha Alpha members into the global honor society for public affairs and administration. These Hobby School students demonstrate the highest standard of dedication to academics and commitment to civic excellence.
Congratulations to the newest @PiAlphaAlpha members! Dean @JimGranato welcomed six Hobby School students into the global honor society. These scholars exemplify academic excellence and dedication to public service leadership.
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Join your classmates for a panel discussion and lunch on Nov. 18 featuring @combinedarmsus, @nextopvetsinc and @TMFoundation. Meet the members of the Hobby School’s Service to Service program and learn about resources to support veterans and their families.
Following a pivotal election where Democrats broke decades-long statewide winning streaks in Texas, visit a public dashboard by @NORCNews for insights into shifting voter behavior and read the Center for Public Policy’s report on the findings. uh.edu/news-events/stories/2…
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An interactive dashboard from @NORCNews offers a look at the U.S. electorate. Learn about issues affecting Texans and how the Center for Public Policy’s partnership with NORC through the SPACE City Panel complements this work. Explore the tool at civichealth.norc.org.
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In "Letter from Texas," Richard Murray examines trends pointing to a competitive election. He notes that the outcome will depend on turnout among first-time voters, Hispanic voters and those without a history of participating in party primaries. Read at uh.edu/hobby/murrayletter/le….
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From an info session on pursuing an advanced degree to celebrating the 30th anniversary of CHIP and a post-election conversation with a political strategist, November offers students and alumni avenues to learn and expand their networks. Visit uh.edu/hobby/community/event… for more.
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A recent statewide election survey from the Hobby School of Public Affairs examined views on election administration, including voter access, automatic voter registration, photo ID requirements and voting by mail. Read the findings at uh.edu/hobby/texas2026/state….
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Welcome to the Hobby School team, Lila! A former Civic Houston Intern and Master of Public Administration alumna, Lila now joins the student services team to support student programs, training and outreach initiatives.
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What do the election results reveal about the future of Texas and the nation? Join political strategist @KarlRove for a conversation exploring the forces shaping politics and the challenges and opportunities facing leaders in a complex political environment.
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Civic Houston Interns heard from Houston City Council Member @PollardforHTX about serving a diverse, growing city and how local government affects their daily lives. He discussed public safety and other issues, challenging students to think critically about leadership.
A new @hobbyschooluh report examines Texans’ concerns about AI and data centers, including electricity prices, water supply, and potential effects on society and the economy. uh.edu/news-events/stories/2…
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Sticker check! 🗳️Our Coogs are showing off their “I Voted” stickers.
There’s still time to make your voice heard. Vote early on campus through Oct. 30 at the Student Center South Theater. Find election information at HarrisVotes.com and VoteTexas.gov.
The SPACE City findings show that many Hispanic and non-Hispanic residents share the same financial concerns. Thank you to Center for Public Policy’s Pablo Pinto, Gail Buttorff, Savannah Sipole and Maria Perez Arguelles for leading this ongoing research. bit.ly/4zNrUna
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A @hobbyschooluh report found divisions between rural voters and those from elsewhere in the state. Other voters, including Latino and independent voters, are shifting away from the rightward tilt recorded in 2024. bit.ly/4BkDo36
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With less than two weeks until Election Day, a new statewide survey from the Hobby School of Public Affairs examines the preferences of Latino and rural voters. Read the findings at uh.edu/hobby/texas2026/rural….
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Political commentator @ChrisStirewalt examined the evolving media landscape, political polarization, the midterm elections and engaging across differences in the latest Hobby Talks podcast episode. Listen to the episode on your favorite podcast app or at uh.edu/hobby/hobbytalks.
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Watch live: @HoustonPubMedia,
@HoustonChron, @nmasunivision45, and @hobbyschooluh hosts a debate between Harris County Judge candidates Letitia Plummer and Orlando Sanchez during early voting. youtube.com/live/4J6NFUmNko4…
