Bursting Our Political Bubbles: Spring Dialogues
The Political Dialogue series returns for spring 2026 to provide students with opportunities for dialogue, reflection and connection. The first dialogue will focus on Political and State Violence and will take place on Tuesday, Feb. 24 from 7-9 p.m. The second topic will be America at 250 and will take place on Monday, May 4 from 7-9 p.m. and is open to the public.The University of Scranton Political Dialogue Initiative will host two spring 2026 dialogues. The first dialogue will explore the theme of Political and State Violence and will take place on Tuesday, Feb. 24 from 7-9 p.m. in the PNC Auditorium, Loyola Science Center, room 133. Students will have the opportunity to share their perspectives and listen to and learn from others in small-group facilitated dialogue sessions that are interactive.
On Monday, May 4, from 7-9 p.m., University and Scranton community members are invited to the second dialogue, America at 250. This dialogue will take place in the PNC Auditorium, Loyola Science Center, Room 133. Students and community members from a range of perspectives and backgrounds are invited to attend and reflect on the 250th anniversary of the United States.
Pre-registration is required for the dialogues.
This event is co-sponsored by the Political Dialogues Working Group together with Student Government, College Democrats, College Republicans, the Philosophy Society and the Political Science Club.
These dialogues are part of an ongoing “Bursting Our Political Bubbles” Dialogue Initiative, which blends the reflective, structured dialogue methods of national non-profit Essential Partners with St. Ignatius of Loyola’s teachings of discernment and reflection. During the session, participants will have a chance to engage and encounter each other's experiences and views - not debate or persuade - through structured dialogue to build understanding.
If you have questions about this dialogue or the political dialogues initiative, email community@scranton.edu .
