ABOUT THE SOCRATIC STAGE DIALOGUE SERIES

The New College of Florida Office of Public Policy Events seeks to advance civil discourse and engagement through facilitating events that foster open discussion and debate on relevant public policy issues. Such debates or group forums will provide opportunity for a wide range of viewpoints and perspectives to be presented. These events will be open to the public and will include speakers from within and without the state university community that hold broadly divergent and opposing perspectives.

For questions or additional information about Socratic Stage Dialogue Series events, please contact Deputy Chief of Staff & Director of Public Policy Events Alexandra Islas: [email protected]

Upcoming Socratic Stage Events

Stoicism vs. Epicureanism: How Should We Live?
Dr. Spencer Klavan and Dr. Mark Bauerlein
October 30, 2024
Sainer Pavilion – New College of Florida
6:00 – 7:30 p.m.
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Steamboat Institute Debate: Given the current global chaos and instability in many regions of the world, should the U.S. reinstate a draft for mandatory military service?
General Stan McChrystal and William Ruger
November 14, 2024
Sainer Pavilion – New College of Florida
5:30 – 7:00 PM
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Is America Still a Capitalist Country?
Dr. Bruce Gilley, Dr. Tarron Khemraj, and Dr. Sean Adams
Moderator: Dr. Mark Bauerlein
November 21, 2024
Sainer Pavilion – New College of Florida
6:00 – 7:30 PM
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The Government’s Role in the Censorship Industry
Mike Benz and Dr. David Ellis
December 3, 2024
Sainer Pavilion – New College of Florida
6:00-7:30 p.m.
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A Discussion on Race in America
Congressman Byron Donalds
Moderator: Dr. Mark Bauerlein
December 6, 2024
Sainer Pavilion – New College of Florida
6:00 – 7:30 PM