June 5-6 2025
The Penrose House at the Broadmoor
Colorado Springs
Join us at the Colorado Conference on Civic Discourse, where leaders, scholars, policymakers, and citizens will converge to tackle the pressing issue of declining civil discourse in America.
This groundbreaking event at the base of America’s Mountain will feature robust discussions on topics like civility, open inquiry, viewpoint diversity in higher education, free speech, and civics education. Amidst a backdrop of echo chambers, divisive rhetoric, and a worrying erosion of civic knowledge, this conference aims to restore faith in democratic institutions and promote healthy, informed debate. Attendees will explore solutions to counter the trend of hyper-partisan ideologies and foster a culture where disagreement doesn’t mean division.
Don’t miss this unique opportunity to be part of a movement dedicated to improving the state of civil discourse in the United States.
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What to Expect
The Colorado Conference on Civic Discourse will bring together leaders, scholars, policymakers, and citizens to explore critical topics such as civility, open inquiry, viewpoint diversity in higher education, free speech, and civics education. In an era marked by echo chambers, divisive rhetoric, and a worrying erosion of civic knowledge, this conference aims to restore faith in democratic institutions and promote healthy, informed debate.
Attendees will have the opportunity to engage with thought leaders and explore solutions to counter the trend of hyper-partisan ideologies, fostering a culture where disagreement does not mean division, and where nonviolent and civil discourse can thrive.
Why Attend?
Engage with Leading Scholars
Learn from and interact with some of the most respected voices in civic discourse.
Network with Peers
Connect with other leaders, scholars, and citizens committed to improving civil discourse.
Be Part of the Solution
Contribute to the movement dedicated to restoring healthy, informed debate in America.
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About CSGI
Explore the American civic tradition.
The Center for the Study of Government and the Individual (CSGI) provides a world-class education in the American constitutional tradition to UCCS students and the broader Colorado Springs community.
Our public events provide participants with stimulating lectures by world-renowned experts on the interplay of current trends and America’s civic infrastructure, creating opportunities for candid and civil civic discussion on issues facing our country.
Our undergraduate programs provide a launchpad for a lifetime of public service. They challenge students with multiple perspectives, give them access to the best scholars and civic leaders, and ground them in the ingredients that help a society to flourish.
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