Join journalists and leading scholars from Northwestern, the University of Chicago, UIC, and the Chicago Defender for a "teach-in" and community learning session on the role of journalism in a functioning democracy.
Put our current moment in context using the lenses of political science, history, civil rights and constitutional law. Walk away with reading recommendations and a broader understanding of the role of a free press in providing checks and balances to the houses of government.
Moderated by: Natalie Moore, Medill School of Journalism, Northwestern University
With presentations from:
- Aziz Huq, University of Chicago School of Law
- Jon Marshall, Medill School of Journalism, Northwestern University
- Tacuma Roeback, Managing Editor, The Chicago Defender
- Kevin Schultz, Chair, UIC History Department
- Susan Stokes, University of Chicago Political Science
This is an all-ages event; subject matter may not be suitable children. Tickets are nonrefundable. Thank you for your understanding.
Doors open at 6 p.m. CT
Panel begins at 6:30 p.m. CT
Donations to Chicago Public Media added during registration are fully tax-deductible .
