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Discussions on Governance 2013 - 2020

Established in 2013, the "Discussions on Governance" lecture series brings an array of speakers to the University of Pittsburgh campus to share their expertise in a variety of subject matters.

Subject matters may include:

  • The structure and operation of federal, state, and local government
  • Ethics and integrity in the governance of public and private organizations
  • The rule of law and law enforcement
  • International affairs including the role of the United Nations
  • Issues relating to persons with disabilities
  • Commitment to public service
  • Legal representation for the underpriviledged
  • State and federal roles in economic development
  • State system of higher education
  • Human services and welfare reform
  • Issues relating to the U.S. Department of Justice
  • Changing political landscape / campaigns
  • Nuclear Energy and Emergency Management: the Lessons of Three Mile Island
  • Famous American Leader biographical presentations

See past lectures in the Governance Lecture Series