Higher education institutions fail in delivering their educational missions if their graduates are not prepared to effectively engage in our democracy.
- Frank Sanchez
Activation Plan
Below is an overview of some campus activities:
- The University will host a debate with elected officials and implement a “Speakers Alley” where students, faculty, and staff can share their points of view.
- Democracy and civic life will be key themes for the Fall Faculty and Staff Kick-off.
- Faculty Senate, Student Government, and Staff Council are collaborating on a coordinated election approach this fall.

Frank Sanchez
President, Manhattanville University

Below is an overview of some campus activities:
- The University will host a debate with elected officials and implement a “Speakers Alley” where students, faculty, and staff can share their points of view.
- Democracy and civic life will be key themes for the Fall Faculty and Staff Kick-off.
- Faculty Senate, Student Government, and Staff Council are collaborating on a coordinated election approach this fall.
Higher education institutions fail in delivering their educational missions if their graduates are not prepared to effectively engage in our democracy.
- Frank Sanchez