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We the People: Join us for a Special Hybrid Event to Celebrate Montana’s Constitution
On May 23, at 5:30 p.m., join us to explore the bipartisan collaboration drawing on Montana values that led to Montana’s constitution 50 years ago. This community event features Constitutional Delegate Mae Nan Ellingson and Constitutional Scholar Anthony Johnstone from the UM Blewett School of Law and is moderated by the Mansfield Center Director of Ethics & Public Affairs Dr. Robert Saldin. This hybrid event is offered together with Leadership Montana and the League of Women Voters of Montana.

2022 Mansfield Lecture Featuring Condoleezza Rice and Michael McFaul
Recording Available Now
Join two American patriots in a conversation on the hard work of creating and sustaining democracy, with topics ranging from the importance of engaging rural America to Russian aggression in Ukraine. Moderated by University of Montana President Seth Bodnar.
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Celebration of the 50th Anniversary of Senator Mansfield’s Visit to China
Remarks by Mansfield Center Executive Director Deena Mansour.
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Events
Promoting Dialogue — Public lectures and conferences are an important part of our community outreach and education, offering the opportunity to engage in conversation about local, national, and international topics.

Ethics and Public Affairs
A Way Forward — Examine the role that ethical values can and should play in public life, the moral quandaries faced by those who govern, and the issues of leadership and character in public service.

High School
Tomorrow's Leaders — We embrace UM’s Priorities for Action to place student success at the center of all we do. Our commitment is not just to UM students, but also to Montana high school students.

UM Students
UM Students — From long-running study abroad programs to courses on public diplomacy, we are committed to providing students with opportunities to develop their leadership skills and global competence.

Community Engagement
A Special Community — Maureen and Mike Mansfield loved Montana. We strive to engage communities throughout Montana in our programs, to bring the world to Montana and present Montana to the world.

Programs
Explore the World — We offer opportunities to explore critical global issues from climate change to civic development for youth, community members, professionals, and educators.
Upcoming Events
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