Latest Past Sessions
Country First: Defending Democracy and Defeating Toxic Tribalism
James David Ross Family Recreation Center 60 South Lincoln St, WashingtonLOCATION: 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, WashingtonLocation: 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, WashingtonLocation: 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…