Latest Past Sessions

Country First: Defending Democracy and Defeating Toxic Tribalism

James David Ross Family Recreation Center 60 South Lincoln St, Washington

LOCATION: James David Ross Family Recreation Center   Welcome remarks by: Neil Pandit Introduction of Speaker: Dr. John C. Knapp   Congressman Kinzinger recounts his time in public service and his hopeful vision for the future of our country. Pulling from his six terms in the House of Representatives, Congressman Kinzinger brings the audience through…

Navigating the Social Structures around Poverty

60 South Lincoln St, Washington

Location: Burnett 203   In order for our community to end poverty, we must understand the struggles of those living in poverty. How did they get there? Why can’t they escape? In this workshop, we’ll explore the causes of poverty, compare/contrast generational and situational poverty, and examine case studies of real-life situations families in our…

Supporting International Democracy: Fulbright and Peace Corps

60 South Lincoln St, Washington

Location: Burnett 109   The breakout session will explore the goals and objectives of Fulbright and Peace Corps in promoting democracy and civic engagement internationally, the ways in which Fulbright and Peace Corps programs support the development of democratic institutions and civil society, and the challenges and successes of working on democracy promotion abroad. It…