Presidential Lecture Series with Jodi Kantor

The University of Tulsa is pleased to welcome Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and author Jodi Kantor to the Lorton Performance Center Thursday, Oct. 15, 2026. Priority registration is now open.
Renowned for uncovering hidden truths about power, law, gender, technology and culture, Jodi Kantor’s New York Times reporting has driven real-world change, from workplace reforms to a global shift in how institutions address sexual misconduct and gender equity.
Kantor is best known for co-breaking the Harvey Weinstein investigation that helped ignite the #MeToo movement and earned journalism’s highest honor, the Pulitzer Prize for Public Service. Today, she continues to shape national conversations through groundbreaking reporting on the U.S. Supreme Court, revealing behind-the-scenes developments that have sparked debate about ethics, accountability and the future of American democracy.
Insightful, fearless and deeply impactful, Kantor offers a rare perspective on how investigative journalism can expose hidden forces, inform the public and influence society. Don’t miss this extraordinary opportunity to hear from one of the most consequential voices in journalism today.
Book signing to follow.

PRIORITY SEATING
UTulsa’s Presidential Lecture Series events are free and open to the public. Attendees are strongly encouraged to reserve priority seating since a capacity crowd is anticipated. Priority seating will be available until the day before the event. Seats will be held in the priority seating area until 7:15 p.m. for ticket holders. After 7:15, all unclaimed seats will be released to general admission guests on a first-come, first-seated basis. Please see confirmation email for additional information.
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ABOUT THE PRESIDENTIAL LECTURE SERIES
Each year, The University of Tulsa’s Presidential Lecture Series hosts enlightening and captivating speakers who discuss a wide range of topics. UTulsa’s Presidential Lecture Series is sponsored by the Darcy O’Brien Endowed Chair and is supported by the Kendall College of Arts & Sciences and Office of the Provost.