Janus Open Seminar Luncheons

Janus Lunch Seminars, organized by the Janus Fellows, bring students together to discuss a political topic over lunch.  To get discussions started, attendees are asked to read a couple of short articles on the topic beforehand.  These readings range from excerpts of John Locke's theory of property to the latest opinion pieces in the New York Times.   With the exception of a few optional discussion questions we provide based on the readings, the conversation is completely steered by the students who attend.  Any student is welcome to review the reading and come to the Faculty Club for a free lunch and a stimulating conversation!

Past Events

The State of the Union
Wendy Schiller
Thursday, February 14, 2013 - 12:00pm

Barack Obama will deliver the first State of the Union of his second term on Tuesday, February 12th. Come join the Janus Fellows and Professor Wendy Schiller while enjoying a free lunch ...

Runaway Train? A Discussion on the Federal Debt and Deficit
Friday, February 1, 2013 - 12:00pm

Totaling nearly $16,500,000,000,000, your share of the Federal Debt is more than $50,000. With that in mind, come enjoy a free lunch at the Faculty Club this Friday,...

Election 2012 Results
Friday, November 9, 2012 - 12:00pm

Election over, but you're not quite over it yet? Come to the Faculty Club to enjoy a free lunch while participating in facilitated discussion and analysis of the results of the 2012 election. We will discuss a broad range of aspects of the election ranging from who won the Presidency to...

Third Parties
Tuesday, May 1, 2012 - 12:00pm

Throughout history, third parties in the American political system have held varying political positions. How have they contributed to American democracy? Are they a positive force? Do we need one now? Join the Janus Forum to discuss these and more questions at the Faculty Club. We'll send you a...

"War on Women?" Evaluating the Controversy and its Stakes
Sara Matthiesen
Friday, April 27, 2012 - 1:00pm

Join the Janus Fellows and the Sarah Doyle Women's Center for a free Faculty Club discussion on women's rights in the context of the "war on women" with Sara Matthiesen, a PhD candidate in the American Studies department. Sara is writing a dissertation about reproductive rights, how they get...

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