Each year a new public affairs theme guides various events, programming and the Public Affairs Conference.

Theme selection

A committee of students, faculty, staff and community members select a theme each year from nominations submitted by the campus community. That theme is introduced at New Student Convocation and is carried throughout the academic year within the three pillars of public affairs: ethical leadership, cultural competence and community engagement.

Provost fellow for public affairs

The provost fellow is responsible for refining the chosen public affairs theme, developing and promoting public affairs activities, and serving as the chair of the Public Affairs Conference. The office of the provost welcomes nominations for a provost fellow for Public Affairs.

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SUBMISSIONS BEING ACCEPTED FOR 2023-2024 PUBLIC AFFAIRS THEME