Chuck Todd speaking to students

Events

 

The School of Media and Public Affairs is a convener, bringing together government leaders, distinguished journalists, leading academics and more to campus — from down the street at the White House and Capitol and around the world.

Our events provide a high-profile platform for thoughtful and balanced conversations that deliver unique insights and help chart a path forward for the issues our world faces, from the future of news to advancing civil discourse and healing partisan divides.

 
 
 

Upcoming Events

 

Campaigns & elections

Campaigns & Elections: Mobilizing Young Voters: How Campaigns Are Working to Engage and Persuade Gen Z

Tuesday, 9/23/2025, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

SMPA is partnering with Campaigns & Elections on a Fall 2025 discussion series.

The Sesno Series

What Now, America?

A Republican Pollster, a Senate Democrat, and a Congressional Correspondent in Candid Conversation at a Moment of Peril

Tuesday, 9/30/2025, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Join us for the next esteemed Sesno Series: "What Now, America?"