Ohio Wesleyan University is taking a bold step to ensure its community knows how to engage—not just argue. In 2024, the university announced a groundbreaking initiative: every student, faculty member, and staff member would have access to civil discourse training. But what does that look like in practice? Hear firsthand how a biology professor, student, and academic advisor are taking what they’ve learned and applying it to their studies, careers, and everyday interactions.
Hear from senior Timothy Page on skills he learned to navigate difficult conversations:
Hear from Director of Holistic Advising Lauren Hensley on different approaches to building constructive dialogue:
Hear from Associate Professor of Biological Sciences and Associate Dean of the OWU Connection David Markwardt on the art of asking meaningful questions:
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