The work of a university requires making arguments and testing them against other ones to see which emerge as the stronger. But recent surveys show that students across the political spectrum are hesitant to voice arguments that may prove unpopular with professors and their peers. We risk ostracism or a bad grade for holding an unpopular opinion—or even for merely trying one on. But without open and honest voicing of arguments, the university's mission is thwarted and the intellectual life withers. So, what skills and resources do we need for free inquiry? How can friendship and particular virtues—like generosity and intellectual humility—enhance our study and work? What do we need to disagree well? Join us for our first dinner discussion this semester, led by Dr. Nathaniel Peters, as we begin a year of in-person programming.

The dinner discussion will be held at the Morningside office and is open to all undergraduates, graduate students, and recent graduates.