Eugene J. McCarthy Center for Public Policy and Civic Engagement
Proudly serving the College of St. Benedict and St. John's University
The Eugene J. McCarthy Center for Public Policy and Civic Engagement, created in honor of the late Senator and St. John's graduate, fosters dialogue and involvement regarding politics, values, and public policy. The McCarthy Center facilitates opportunities for creative and integrated learning through programming and experiential learning on and off campus.
In this day and age of "Crossfire" political reasoning and us/them political rhetoric, many young people are unfortunately steering away from political engagement. As a result, the faculty and core group of students from the Center work diligently to create venues for constructive, responsible and interesting civic debate and engagement in community affairs. Through events, conferences, lectures and social gatherings, the McCarthy Center gives students unique learning experiences
To cultivate the habit of promoting the common good through an integrative environment for learning.
To promote the value of politics; our shared identity as citizens; our engagement in public work.
On-campus debates, Politics and a Pint, Eugene J. McCarthy Lecture Series, Washington D.C. Study Program, The Mark Kennedy Frontiers of Freedom Lecture Series, John Brandl Scholarship, John E. Robson Scholarship, Polidazzle, Study Tours, etc
