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Welcome to the Salvatori Center
Advancing the study of Freedom, Democracy, and American Constitutionalism
The Salvatori Center’s mission is to develop close relationships between students and scholars and to engage in the study of political philosophy and freedom as it relates to American Constitutionalism and the American Founding. It seeks to understand, and, if possible, to hearten the moral, political, and intellectual underpinnings of democracy in America.
Our Programs
Big Questions, Real Conversations
From lunch seminars to Saturday salons, students gather to explore the fundamental questions that shape political and moral life. Our discussion-driven programs extend learning beyond the classroom and cultivate a community grounded in open inquiry and thoughtful disagreement around the perennial questions of political order.
Engaging Leading Voices
Through partnerships at the CMC Athenaeum and beyond, we bring distinguished scholars and public figures into direct conversation with students and faculty. Lectures, lively panel discussions, and informal seminars offer rare access to leading minds—and the chance to ask hard questions.
Research That Matters
We support research that speaks to enduring political questions that help us better understand our world. Salvatori Research Fellows help launch new initiatives, organize programs around visiting speakers, and contribute meaningfully to the intellectual life of the College.
Events at Salvatori
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Support The Salvatori Center
Whether you want to know more about our programs or you’re a student who wants to join our team, we want to hear from you.