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The Role of Universities in Modern Democracy

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History is marked by constant change, and the history of global democracy is no exception. While governing institutions and leaders have not always embraced democratic values, universities have in many ways endured as places of free expression and exchange of ideas. In this way, they are more than educational institutions: they are havens for freedom and the pursuit of knowledge, offering a foothold for societies striving to grow and improve.

Yet, despite their enduring strengths, universities are facing significant challenges in today’s divisive climate. How can we ensure that they continue to fulfill their crucial role in promoting and safeguarding democratic values and inspiring democratic change?

The SNF Dialogues brings this vital discussion to the university campus. This event aims to engage not only experts on these questions but, most importantly, students themselves, exploring how to ensure that universities meet the moment and do their part to carry the torch of democracy forward.

This event is part of a  series of SNF Dialogues open discussions on civic engagement and civil discourse in the US.

Dialoguers include:

Hahrie Han, Director of the SNF Agora Institute, Johns Hopkins University

John Holmwood, Emeritus Professor of Sociology, University of Nottingham

Irene Mulvey, AAUP Immediate Past President; Professor Emerita of Mathematics, Fairfield University

John Tomasi, President, Heterodox Academy

SNF Dialogues is curated & moderated by Anna-Kynthia Bousdoukou, Managing Director and co-founder of iMEdD (incubator for Media Education and Development), a nonprofit journalism organization.

This SNF Dialogues discussion will take place online.

 

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