Citizen University
Eric Liu has a diverse work experience in various roles and positions. Eric co-founded Citizen University in 2013 and is currently serving as the CEO. In 2014, Liu became the Executive Director of the Citizenship & American Identity Program at The Aspen Institute, a role they held until 2023. Before that, they co-founded True Patriot Network in 2007, where they worked until 2014. Prior to their entrepreneurial endeavors, Liu held executive positions at RealNetworks from 2000 to 2002. Eric also served in the White House as Deputy Assistant to the President in 1999 and as a Speechwriter from 1993 to 1994. In addition, Liu worked as a political commentator for MSNBC from 1996 to 1998 and as a Legislative Assistant for the United States Senate from 1991 to 1993. Eric started their career as a Research Assistant for the United States Senate Select Committee on Intelligence in 1990.
Eric Liu earned their BA in History from Yale University, graduating in 1990. Eric then went on to attend Harvard Law School, where they obtained their JD between 1994 and 1999.
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Citizen University
Our mission is to build a culture of powerful, responsible citizenship across the country. Through our programs, Citizen University inspires belief that a strong democracy relies on strong citizens—that we all have the power to make change in civic life and the responsibility to try. We are working to realize the country we know is possible: a mass, multiracial democratic republic that works. A society with healthy, responsive institutions where every person feels represented and knows how to contribute. A society where we share responsibility for strengthening community and country by reckoning with our past and recommitting to our future together. For the better part of a decade, curious citizens just like you have found civic inspiration, discovered new resources, and tapped into their power through our programs. No matter your background or race, your political ideology or family history, if you are looking to take a step further in building civic power and character for yourself and your community, you’re in the right place. Our programs offer you an experiential deep dive into concepts like civic power, civic character, and civic faith. When we each take responsibility and strengthen our resolve to live like citizens, we take ownership of our country and the challenges we face and are one step closer to realizing the promise of America.