News from the Forum
In the photo above: Governor Thornburgh addresses the Pitt Law Class of 2014. Click here to read the Governor's address.
Read the Dick Thornburgh Forum newsletter online....Learn more >
The Dick Thornburgh Forum for Law and Public Policy features Advisory Committee co-chair, Sam Zacharias, as an exemplary leader. Mr. Zacharias co-chairs the Thornburgh Forum along with Mr. David Ehrenwerth....Learn more >
TALMAGE BOSTON LECTURES Texas "Superlawyer" and Author of: Raising the Bar: The Crucial Role of the Lawyer in Society (Texas Bar Books 2012)....Learn more >
Thanks to all for your interest in "How will we travel in the future? The role of transportation in building sustainable regions" presented by William W. Millar....Learn more >
Thank you to all who attended "Down to the Wire: The 2012 Presidential Election" featuring Howard Fineman....Learn more >
Thanks to everyone who contributed to a memorable riverboat cruise and tour of PNC Park on July 15th to celebrate Dick Thornburgh's 80th birthday!...Learn more >
Location: University of Pittsburgh – William Pitt Union...Learn more >
Congratulations to Advisory Committee Members David Miller and Ted Muller...Learn more >
“The Dick Thornburgh Forum for Law and Public Policy: A New Dimension in Honors College Studies”...Learn more >
Governor and Mrs. Dick Thornburgh received the Edna Silberman Humanitarian Award...Learn more >
Message from the Governor
The Forum was established at my Law School alma mater, the University of Pittsburgh. In connection with the Dick Thornburgh Papers held by the University's Hillman Library, the Forum
reflects my experiences in public life. It is in intended to foster discourse on issues vital to the preservation of our democratic system and the Rule of Law upon which that system depends.
Special thanks are due to Chancellor Mark Nordenberg, who has been unstinting in support of this effort since its inception. In addition, many others have provided time, resources and dedication to this undertaking. Under the direction of Dr. Edward McCord of the University of Pittsburgh Honors College, we are putting our vision into action.
