Schools of Democracy: Higher Education and Social Capital Formation
Event Details Event Date: December 4, 2026 Location: Westin Grand Central, New York, NY On Friday, December 4, 2026, the Social Science Research Council will convene institutional leaders from the College and University Fund for the Social Sciences, together with leaders of philanthropic organizations and other research partners. Our theme for this year's conference will be “Schools of Democracy: Higher Education and Social Capital Formation.” Are today's colleges and universities schools of democracy? At a time when institutions are under increasing scrutiny and strain, this conference will examine how higher education can strengthen social networks, build shared values, and bolster …