Cornel West and Robert P. George, well-known scholars, philosophers and public intellectuals, will kick off the “UVA250 Presents” series Thursday evening with “Disagree. Discuss. Understand,” a conversation on civic friendship, intellectual humility and truth-seeking across political divides.
UVA250 will be a year-long celebration exploring how Thomas Jefferson's university played a critical role in the growth of a new nation. It will complement commemorating the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.
West and George, the authors of “Truth Matters: A Dialogue on Fruitful Disagreement in an Age of Division,” will explore how universities can foster rigorous, good-faith engagement and strengthen the foundations of democratic life.
The event will take place in Old Cabell Hall Auditorium from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. , and
The event is sponsored by the Office of the President, UVA250, the College and Graduate School of Arts & Sciences, the UVA Office of Engagement, the Karsh Institute of Democracy and the UVA Miller Center of Public Affairs.
