Friends of the LBJ Library | Nov, 20 2025 6:30PM - 7:30PM
Retired four-star General Stanley McChrystal joins Admiral Joseph Maguire, Executive Director of the Clements Center for National Security, to discuss his new book On Character: Choices That Define a Life. In a world filled with unprecedented challenges – both global and personal – On Character explores McChrystal’s reflections on the discipline required to live up to our beliefs.
This program is co-hosted by the Friends of the LBJ Library and the Clements Center for National Security at The University of Texas at Austin.
About the speaker
After thirty-four years of service in the US Army, General Stanley McChrystal retired as a four-star general. He was commander of the International Security Assistant Forces in Afghanistan and previously served as commander of the nation’s premier counter-terrorism force, the Joint Special Operations Command. The author of My Share of the Task, Team of Teams, Leaders, and Risk, he lives in Alexandria, Virginia, with his wife, Annie. He is the founder and CEO of McChrystal Group, a leadership consulting firm that helps enable teams to operate with greater speed and adaptability.
Book sales
The Store at LBJ will be selling copies of On Character: Choices That Define a Life onsite in the upper lobby of the LBJ Auditorium from 5:30-6:30 p.m. and again immediately following the program. By purchasing through the Store at LBJ, you support a local cultural institution. All proceeds from sales support our programming, exhibits, and educational initiatives at the LBJ Presidential Library.
Location and Parking
The LBJ Auditorium is located on the lower level of the LBJ complex at 2313 Red River St. Access to the auditorium will be through the lobby of the LBJ School of Public Affairs. Parking information will be shared with registered attendees.
To RSVP:
Please register using the form below. This event is open to members of the Friends of the LBJ Library (at the Individual level and above) and guests of the Clements Center for National Security.
