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SU's PACE Hosts 'Democracy Across the Disciplines' Series

SU's PACE Hosts 'Democracy Across the Disciplines' Series

Tuesday September 3, 2024

By SU Public Relations

SALISBURY, MD---The Institute for Public Affairs and Civic Engagement (PACE) at Salisbury University hosts the lecture series “Democracy Across the Disciplines” 7-8:30 p.m. Mondays throughout the fall semester in Perdue Hall’s Bennett Family Auditorium.

Each week, presenters discuss pressing issues facing the Eastern Shore. Hear from expert faculty and community leaders, and meet others interested in making a difference. Individuals may attend all sessions or choose the ones that interest them.

Topics are:

  • September 9 – “Effective Advocacy for Social and Political Issues”
  • September 16 – “Effective and Accountable Institutions: Governance in a Democracy”
  • September 23 – “Sustainable Communities: The Role of Government in Planning for the Environment”
  • September 30 – “Resilient Cities: The Role of Housing and Community Development”
  • October 7 – “Peace and Justice: Legislating for Reform”
  • October 14 – “Public Trust: Effective and Accountable Elections”
  • October 21 – “Public Freedom and Ballot Access: Elections and Those Who Run Them”
  • October 28 – “Responsive Decision-Making: Elections and Those Who Run in Them”
  • November 4 – “The Year of Democracy: Public Discussions about the 2024 General Election”
  • November 11 – “Representation in Leadership and Decision-Making: Experiences Advocating for Gender Equality and Reproductive Rights”
  • November 18 – “Safe and Responsible Movement: Migrant Rights in a Period of Increased Immigration”
  • November 25 – “Universal Inclusion: The Social, Economic and Political Impacts of LGBTQ+ Rights”
  • December 2 – “Student Loan Forgiveness: Should Higher Education in a Democracy Be Free?”
  • December 9 – “After the Year of Democracy: Productive Partnerships for 2025”

Admission is free and the public is invited. Those planning to park on campus must register in advance for a free parking pass. 

For more information visit the PACE webpage. 

Learn more about SU and opportunities to Make Tomorrow Yours at www.salisbury.edu.