The public-facing programming of the Salmon P. Chase Center for Civics, Culture, and Society will present students, faculty, and Ohioans with substantive discussions from a variety of viewpoints on topics related to civic thought and leadership, while modeling dialogue among citizens.
Ohio Civic Centers Symposium
Friday, April 25, 2025
This Symposium serves as a platform for Ohio’s twenty-two civic centers to collaborate, share research, and develop innovative approaches to fostering informed and engaged citizens.
Constitution Day
Wednesday, September 17, 2025
A distinguished speaker will address themes of the American constitutional tradition.
Conference on Civic Thought and Leadership
Friday and Saturday, September 26 – 27, 2025
Scholars from across the country will present papers on civic thought, with the aim of revising the best papers for publication. Major keynote addresses will be included.
Distinguished Lecture: George Will on the Conservative Movement
Monday, November 13, 2025
One of the most influential conservative commentators of the past fifty years, George Will, will speak about conservatism and the American political tradition.
Originalism and Criminal Justice Conference
Tuesday and Wednesday, September 8 – 9, 2026
Leading scholars and jurists will debate the principles of originalism as they apply to questions of criminal justice.