Interested in learning more about effective dialogue across difference? Wondering how the brain processes information? Join Tshombé Brown and Anne Santiago in a Spring cohort of faculty and staff exploring the Constructive Dialogue Institute’s Perspectives program (six modules, three discussions).
Constructive Dialogue
Dialogue on Israel-Palestine (Oct. 3)
This event offers the campus community an opportunity to learn more about the dire situation in Gaza as well as to get informed about the historical background leading up to the present situation. The dialogue will be facilitated by Dr. Anne Santiago, questions are welcome, and respectful listening and engagement is mandatory for attendance.
Where is the US Headed? (Oct. 6)
This panel will offer insights on authoritarianism, fascism, and our democratic guardrails in order to answer questions about where our country is headed. Professors Curtis, Els, and Franco bring their own areas of expertise to try to unpack the political machinations of the Trump Administration and discuss what it means for the future of the country. Come with your questions!
Environmental Studies Student Panel (Apr. 5)
Join UP professor Neil Oculi and his students as they discuss their experiences attending the most recent UN organized climate conference (COP) held in Baku, Azerbaijan. The students will discuss what they learned about climate policy, global negotiations, and advocacy during the conference. (Read More)
District 2 Portland City Councilors Panel (Apr. 7)
Join us in welcoming newly elected North Portland City Councilors Sameer Kanal, Elena Pirtle-Guiney, and Dan Ryan to campus. The elected officials will answer your questions about city concerns and happenings. The public is welcome to this event. (Read More)
Use Your Voice! (Mar. 17)
Join VoteUP and Constructive Dialogues in the Pilot House to write your elected officials—local, state, national—about your concerns. (Read More).
Informational Panel on Immigration Policies and the Trump Administration (Mar. 24)
Join us for a Q&A panel to learn more about current immigration policies, what campus leaders are doing to support students, and what Catholic Social Teaching tells us are our obligations to immigrants and refugees. A reception will follow. (Read More)
POL Presents: Executive Orders Explained (Feb. 5)
Professors Bill Curtis and Jeff Meiser will unpack and discuss presidential executive orders, as well as their power and limitations in this lecture event. Sponsored by POL, Engaged Humanities, and Constructive Dialogues. (Read More).
Constructive Dialogues Fall Events (Oct. 28-Nov. 6)
Join UP’s Constructive Dialogues at our continued series of events this Fall, including our special Election Night Watch Party at the Pilot House. (Read More).
Vice Presidential Debate Watch Party (Oct. 1)
Join us in the P-House for the VP debate on October 1 at 6 p.m. Come watch JD Vance (Republican) and Tim Walz (Democrat) discuss policies, politics, and issues. There will be snacks, VP Bingo, tips and goodies from the Wellness Center, and more! Sponsored by VoteUP, BridgeUP, and Constructive Dialogues.