Institute Events
Yates Lectures
The Mary C. Parker Yates Lecture, endowed in 1996 by Murphy Institute alumna Rebecca Yates (‘89) Velander in memory of her mother, is the Murphy Institute’s major public academic event. Designed to promote university-wide discussion of issues of current concern, the annual Yates Lecture brings leading thinkers and public figures to the Tulane campus.
Previous Events
The Murphy Institute Biennial Multidisciplinary Research Symposium
The Murphy Institute hosts a Biennial Research Symposium, a free event bringing together a diverse continuum of scholars, experts, and stakeholders to discuss the latest research and analysis on public policy challenges and identify institutional designs that serve our common interest.
The biennial research symposium aims to provide a forum for scholars and experts to facilitate the exchange of views among researchers and policymakers on topics relevant to political economy, including healthcare, housing, education, and regulation.
All Tulane students, researchers, and community members interested in exploring the relationship between public policy and its impact on the economy are invited to attend the symposium.
The two-day event is devoted to:
- showcasing the latest research and analysis on public policy issues
- promoting collaboration among scholars, stakeholders, and policymakers
- exploring innovative solutions to public policy challenges
- providing shared learning opportunities for the Tulane community and the public
From Code to Consequences: Murphy Institute to Host Symposium on Artificial Intelligence
The Murphy Institute is thrilled to announce a Spring 2026 research symposium titled “AI: From Code to Consequences,” on Friday, April 17 through Saturday, April 18. This two-day event will convene experts, thought leaders, and policy planners exploring the multidisciplinary aspects of AI across society, law, science, and policy. Participants will shed light on transformative technologies and how they are fundamentally (re)shaping our society.
This event is proudly hosted by The Murphy Institute, in partnership with Tulane University's School of Science and Engineering, A.B. Freeman School of Business, School of Architecture and Built Environment, School of Professional Advancement, Tulane Law, and the Connolly Alexander Institute for Data Science.
Artificial Intelligence, and the broader digital revolution we've been enmeshed in for the last 75 years, has undeniably made us more connected, yet it has also created new challenges and barriers between us. This symposium will address the essential questions raised by this transformation: What is the current state of these technologies, and how can we guide their adoption and use toward a more equitable and beneficial future?
Keynotes and panel discussions from more than a dozen experts and thought leaders, will present attendees with the latest research on topics including current and emerging AI technologies, the impact of AI on the labor market, and building frameworks for responsible and ethical AI.
The first day of the conference will be held at the New Orleans Culinary and Hospitality Institute (NOCHI) and feature keynotes and panel discussions from more than a dozen experts and global thought leaders on topics including current and emerging AI technologies, the impact of AI on the labor market, and building frameworks for responsible and ethical AI.
The second day of the conference will convene at Tulane University and brings together an interdisciplinary group of scholars from Tulane and other institutions to explore selected aspects of AI in greater depth and foster dialogue across diverse perspectives and disciplines. Designed to complement the broader discussions of the first day, these focused 30-minute sessions will provide insights into key issues of AI, with questions from the audience.
This event is open to the Tulane community and the general public.
This symposium is an essential opportunity to join leading voices in technology, policy, and academia to collectively map the future of AI and ensure its evolution is guided by ethical, equitable, and responsible frameworks. For the complete, up-to-date list of confirmed speakers and the full two-day agenda, please click the button below to visit our Event Calendar listing.
The 2024 symposium, Confronting America’s Housing Crisis: Solutions for the 21st Century, was held at the New Orleans Culinary and Hospitality Institute and Tulane University on April 12-13, 2024.
The event featured a keynote from Raphael Bostic, President and CEO of the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta, and panel discussions with U.S. housing policy experts.
The 2023 CPPR symposium, The Shortage in Healthcare Personnel and Labor Force Issues, was held at the Troubadour Hotel and Tulane’s Lavin-Bernick Center on March 24-25, 2023.
The conference featured dual keynotes from two Tulane School of Medicine alumnae — Admiral Rachel L. Levine, MD, Assistant Secretary for Health in the Department of Health and Human Services, and Karen DeSalvo, MD, Chief Health Officer at Google. The event also featured discussion panels with experts in healthcare and a video address from Senator Bill Cassidy.
