Pause button Founded in 2000, the Annette Strauss Institute focuses on educating, inspiring, and connecting the next generation of Texas civic leaders. Upcoming Events VoterpaloozaThu, Feb 26 2026, 3 - 7pm Join us for our Spring Voterpalooza on February 26th from 3-7pm at the Turtle Pond for an afternoon of free food, live music by The Ramparts, exclusive merch, and all things voter education! View Event Details