“I think programs like this are especially beneficial to people who are or who want to be in positions of influence. I want to work in public health so this is beneficial to me because I will need to successfully connect with many different people.” Bernard Brutus, senior, Biology
“When I first hear about the Civil Discourse Retreat, I felt I needed to be a part of it. I’m excited about having this at our campus. We are a diverse campus, but it is still awkward to talk about some issues. People don’t want to have difficult conversations, and I want to make it less awkward.” — Andia Anderson, junior, Psychological & Social Sciences
Don't miss Jazz legends and sought-after saxophone players, Larry McKenna and Bootsie Barnes, play together on our historic Helen Buck O'Neill Stage. McKenna has played with the greats including Frank Sinatra and Tony Bennett. Barnes, equally renowned, has worked with famed trumpeter Lee Morgan and more.
