What is the purpose of a college education? To prepare students for a good-paying job? To broaden their thinking through exposure to different viewpoints? To develop well-informed, engaged citizens?

In an era of deeply felt divisions in politics and culture, a growing number of colleges are starting new efforts to promote civil dialogue on contentious issues. Davidson College’s multifaceted approach offers a promising model. 

Read the case study, “Teaching Civil Discourse: How One College's Initiative Is Influencing Campuses Nationwide,” for insights on how to: