A fundamental principle of higher education is the furtherance of an educated, tolerant and diverse populace. Fostering a deeper understanding of the economic, social, legal and cultural issues at the core of a pluralistic society is vital for a responsive and representational democracy. At Oakland University, we strive to be a model campus community where free expression and rigorous discourse thrives and inspires the type of civil and respectful behavior necessary for positive and peaceful change.
- Ora Pescovitz
Activation Plan
Below is an overview of some campus activities:
- The Center for Civic Engagement work rests on two main pillars: civic literacy and bringing civility back to conversations about issues of public importance. The Center is launching a new speaker series, The Dennis Muchmore Public Policy Series.
- The University is currently undergoing a strategic planning process where discussions of topics related to the Civic Commitments are included and is in the early stages of exploring a curricular program in civic engagement.
- In the next academic year, the University will host multiple events related to free expression and open inquiry including a student debate contest and guest speakers.
Ora Pescovitz
President, Oakland University
Join the growing consoritum of campus leaders urgently committed to collectively restoring higher education’s role in democracy.
Ora Pescovitz
President, Oakland University
Below is an overview of some campus activities:
- The Center for Civic Engagement work rests on two main pillars: civic literacy and bringing civility back to conversations about issues of public importance. The Center is launching a new speaker series, The Dennis Muchmore Public Policy Series.
- The University is currently undergoing a strategic planning process where discussions of topics related to the Civic Commitments are included and is in the early stages of exploring a curricular program in civic engagement.
- In the next academic year, the University will host multiple events related to free expression and open inquiry including a student debate contest and guest speakers.
A fundamental principle of higher education is the furtherance of an educated, tolerant and diverse populace. Fostering a deeper understanding of the economic, social, legal and cultural issues at the core of a pluralistic society is vital for a responsive and representational democracy. At Oakland University, we strive to be a model campus community where free expression and rigorous discourse thrives and inspires the type of civil and respectful behavior necessary for positive and peaceful change.
- Ora Pescovitz