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Faith and Civic Responsibility

August 9–10, 2024

Union League Club
38 East 37th Street
New York, New York 10016


Please join us for two days of intellectual enrichment and good company as we explore the topic of faith and civic responsibility. The retreat will feature a keynote lecture, a panel, and seminar discussions led by instructors from Templeton University's honors college.

Dress Code: A coat and tie (and comparable attire for women) are required during the dinners, business casual is acceptable for the seminars on Saturday. No sneakers are permitted. 

Cancellation Policy: For a full tuition refund, please cancel at least three weeks in advance. We reserve the right to substitute speakers, change venues, or cancel part or all of the event due to circumstances beyond our control. In such cases, our liability is limited to a prompt refund of the registration fee, on a pro-rata basis, for the affected portions.

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Registration below. Lodging not included.