At Duke University…

Window view from JP Duke Hotel, Durham NC

I’ve been to the Research Triangle several times, but this is the first time I’ve set foot on this campus. I’m participating in a faculty seminar that encourages civil discourse in our classrooms. What a good idea! At Amherst College, even at the height of the Vietnam War, I vividly recall very strong opinions but no uncivil behavior. There was definitely civil disobedience, but it was respectful.

As faculty participants, we come from institutions of all types across this country. I’ll be looking forward to learning from my colleagues.