Building Bridges Through|

Fostering meaningful dialogue and engagement across university communities to strengthen democratic participation and civic understanding.

Our Mission

Our mission is to foster viewpoint diversity and civil discourse in American higher education to empower students to participate in good faith deliberation in the marketplace of ideas.

Speaker presenting to audience in formal setting
Students participating in 'Disagree with a Professor' workshop
Students engaged in circle discussion in historic room
Student panel discussion in academic setting
Students networking and having meaningful conversations
Professional networking and dialogue at campus event

What We Do

We foster meaningful discourse and teach lifelong communication skills via in-person events, networking, and research.

Network

Connecting students, faculty, and organizations committed to constructive dialogue across political and ideological differences.

Events

Hosting forums, workshops, and discussions that bring together diverse perspectives on important issues facing our communities.

Research

Conducting and sharing research on effective methods for promoting civil discourse and democratic engagement on campus.