Open Discourse Coalition

Bringing the Bucknell community opportunities to hear a variety of intellectual viewpoints and engage in open, civil discourse.

[Claire Kittle Dixon @TalentMarket]

The Main Line Center, a joint venture of @BlueRidgeCtr and @OpenDiscourseCo, is hiring a Bryn Mawr, PA-based Director to launch intellectual dialogue on Philly-area college campuses. Ideal candidates have 5+ yrs of related exp.
https://t.co/eF0Rmly4As #TalentMarketJob #LibertyJob

[Kimberlee Josephson @dr_josephson]

Insightful presentations and intellectual discussions were plentiful at the ⁦⁦⁦@aier⁩ conference on trade, national security, and prosperity. I was proud to represent the ⁦@OpenDiscourseCo⁩ at this impressive and important event!

[Claire Kittle Dixon @TalentMarket]

@OpenDiscourseCo is hiring a Lewisburg, PA-based Leadership Fellow. This 1-yr, full-time role is for a recent grad passionate about viewpoint diversity on college campuses & interested in nonprofit leadership long-term. Preferred start is May.

https://t.co/R093jjjs18 #LibertyJob

[Open Discourse Coalition @OpenDiscourseCo]

@tomselliott It was an honor to host him!

[Tom Elliott @tomselliott]

For any Reagan fans out there, my father, who was his director of speechwriting, recently spoke about his relationship with the Gipper. He shares lots of fun stories you’ve probably never heard. Thanks to Bucknell Univ.’s @OpenDiscourseCo for hosting him. https://t.co/k1muNJh5Ix

[Makoto Fujimura @iamfujimura]

@HaejinMako “Beauty and Justice: Creating a Life of Abundance and Courage” @BrazosPress interview with @OpenDiscourseCo at @BucknellU is out!

https://t.co/zf3ZxSlddX

This video is conducted by Charles Mitchell of the Open Discourse Coalition at Bucknell University (0:02-0:19).

Key Discussion Points:

•Christians as Wedding Planners: The Fujimuras discuss their metaphor of Christians acting like wedding planners, focused on bringing a future vision of hope and restoration into the present (0:44-1:30).

•Faith and Law Practice: Haejin describes how she integrates her faith into her law firm, named Estuary, emphasizing values like honesty, integrity, and daily prayer to surrender their work to a higher purpose (5:52-11:26).

•The Legacy of Tim Keller (@timkellernyc): Mako and Haejin reflect on the immense impact of the late pastor Tim Keller (a Bucknell alumnus), highlighting his pioneering work in the integration of faith and work, particularly in New York City (12:29-28:39).

•Embers International and Justice Work: Haejin discusses her work with Embers International (www.embers https://t.co/Q940NrohtX), an organization dedicated to freeing families from intergenerational slavery and human trafficking. They emphasize a gospel-driven approach of not just stopping perpetrators, but praying for their transformation into protectors (34:36-40:38).

•Culture Care (@iamculturecare) and Discourse: Mako explains his concept of "Culture Care," advocating for tending to culture as an ecosystem rather than fighting culture wars. They emphasize the importance of safe spaces like the Open Discourse Coalition for complex dialogues (52:16-55:40).

[Open Discourse Coalition @OpenDiscourseCo]

"Ms. Beilock’s list of five ways American higher education can earn back public trust should be nailed to the door of every college president like Martin Luther’s 95 theses. Reformation is long overdue." @dawntoguchi in today's @WSJ @sianbeilock https://t.co/Y49uAml41J

[Open Discourse Coalition @OpenDiscourseCo]

Winter break is nice, but we're happiest when the office is full! Thanks for joining us today @Bucknell_BB @Bucknell_WRST

[Open Discourse Coalition @OpenDiscourseCo]

"Whether on the sane left or the sane right, the donor’s goal should be to make civil discourse and respectful debate the defining part of a university’s work."

Check out more from Charles Mitchell in @RCPolitics https://t.co/VFBrxAxcgu

[Kimberlee Josephson @dr_josephson]

ICYMI - Check out my interview on the @OpenDiscourseCo podcast. It was a great discussion on all things business, capitalism, and education. The episode is linked in the comments section below and I'm excited to be part of the ODC!

[Open Discourse Coalition @OpenDiscourseCo]

Couldn't agree more!

[Jack Kalavritinos @Jkal1985]

Worth a listen: ⁦@Bucknell_MGolf⁩ Golf Coach, Marine + creator of his team’s Fallen Hero Program on the ⁦@OpenDiscourseCo⁩

Kudos to Coach Binney 🇺🇸⛳️
A true asset to ⁦⁦@Bucknell_Bison⁩ and ⁦@BucknellU⁩

Interview with Coach B https://t.co/ZPm5TCGm8R

[Open Discourse Coalition @OpenDiscourseCo]

Traveling this week? We know how to make that drive (or airport delays) fly by! 🎧 Check out the Open Discourse Podcast...you can listen to past speakers and interviews. Find us on Spotify and YouTube: https://t.co/SWMPwVaz3s

[Open Discourse Coalition @OpenDiscourseCo]

“What makes this world a better place is open discourse. We’re not having enough uncomfortable conversations.”

A great kickoff to Blue Jays Speak Keystone Leadership Series with @manorcollege and ODC! https://t.co/va0VQcBChi

[Open Discourse Coalition @OpenDiscourseCo]

Leadership Seminar 2025 is underway and we were delighted to welcome alumni guest Michael Davis '13 for Tuesday night's session!

[Open Discourse Coalition @OpenDiscourseCo]

Open, civil discourse on college campuses is the heart of what we do. It's our name! The assassination of Charlie Kirk on a college campus has been deeply affecting, and we want to share the below message.

[Open Discourse Coalition @OpenDiscourseCo]

If you're at Bucknell today (Monday), please join this important discussion.

[Open Discourse Coalition @OpenDiscourseCo]

@mitfreespeech Thanks, @mitfreespeech!

[Open Discourse Coalition @OpenDiscourseCo]

Last week, ODC was invited to participate in a White House Summit preparing for the 250th anniversary of July 4, 1776. Taking ODC's impact from the campus to the community to the nation's capital and beyond! https://t.co/782UtlcIij

[Open Discourse Coalition @OpenDiscourseCo]

Delighted to host @RandPaul in conversation yesterday at Bucknell. Check out the recap ⬇️

[Rand Paul @RandPaul]

Many Republicans lawmakers lie low when they have differences with President Trump. Sen. Rand Paul has taken the opposite approach.

Rand Paul: 'There's been an... assault on the Constitution' | Local News | https://t.co/83XQGi38VY https://t.co/XV0HUpkIs7

[Rand Paul @RandPaul]

Many Republicans lawmakers lie low when they have differences with President Trump. Sen. Rand Paul has taken the opposite approach.

Rand Paul: 'There's been an... assault on the Constitution' | Local News | https://t.co/83XQGi38VY https://t.co/XV0HUpkIs7