Join the Munro Institute and the Centers for a series of panel discussions throughout October
Beyond the Surface: Election 2024
Fall quarter begins amidst a highly polarized election season. Misinformation abounds and social media feeds us news and opinions that often reinforce rather than broaden our perspectives. Engaging with one another honestly and productively across our differences, while critical to learning and to thoughtful participation in civil society, can feel especially challenging. Meanwhile, critical policy issues are at stake and foundations of American democracy are threatened.
In this context and with a shared commitment to deepening capacity for civic engagement, the Centers for Student Access, Community, and Intercultural Engagement and the Ralph Munro Institute for Civic Education are excited to present Beyond the Surface: Election 2024. We are glad to work in partnership with the Office for Civic Engagement, which will provide opportunities for voter registration and additional engagement opportunities throughout the series.
The primary intended audience for these events is Western students, with staff, faculty, and community members also welcome to attend. If faculty intend to bring their class to one or more of these events, please notify us at thecenters@wwu.edu so we can ensure sufficient space for attendees.
Events
Can You Believe That?! Making Sense of the News in our Complex Media Environment
Tuesday, October 1, 4:00 to 5:30pm
Miller Hall 138
What’s the US role in the World? Foreign Policy and the 2024 Election
Tuesday, October 8, 4:00 to 5:30pm
Miller Hall 138
Testing the Boundaries: Immigration and Border Security Policy
Tuesday, October 15, 4:00 to 5:30pm
Miller Hall 138
Protecting our Planet: Election Stakes in Washington and Beyond
Tuesday, October 22, 4:00 to 5:30pm
Miller Hall 138
Fall Munro Seminar: Political Violence, Polarization and the Prospects for Democracy in the US and Abroad
Monday, October 28, 5:00 to 7:30pm
Wilson Library 480 (Reading Room)
Fall Munro Seminar: Panel 1: Cutting Through the Noise: Sustaining Democracy on the Ground
Tuesday, October 29, 2:00 to 3:30pm
Wilson Library 480 (Reading Room)
Fall Munro Seminar: Panel 2: Securing our Ballots, Securing our Votes
Tuesday, October 29, 4:00 to 5:30pm
Wilson Library 480 (Reading Room)
AA/EO. Accessibility Statement: These events are intended for all participants, including those with visible or non-apparent disabilities. For disability accommodation(s) (such as ASL interpretation, etc.) please contact the Centers, thecenters@wwu.edu. Advance notice is appreciated and sometimes necessary to arrange for some accessibility needs.