We explore big ideas and engage in conversations that matter within arts and humanities, justice and society, leadership and vocation, science and technology, spiritual formation, and theology. Whether you are a student or faculty member at UW–Madison or beyond, working in the marketplace, or serving in the church, we see you as part of our university community. Gather with us for one of our programs —our “commons”— each a pasture for shared spiritual, intellectual, and vocational formation.

Whether at Upper House, Dottie's Ranch, or beyond, we want to see you!
Head over to our events page to register for an event that looks interesting to you, or mark your calendar for these upcoming programs:

May 29 - Book Launch: Bad Religion, Good News with Scott Bessenecker
June 2 - Pilgrimage to St. Anne's Shrine in Plain, WI, led by Susan Swanke
June 6 - Writer's Workshop: Publishing and Theme
June 8 - "What Hath God Wrought" Reading Group with Drs. John Fea and Dan Hummel
June 18 - Rediscovering the Bible as Wisdom Literature: The Story of the BibleProject with Tim Mackie
August 7 - Summer Concert: The Cajun Strangers 
August 13 - The Work of Wonder: Community Art and Contemplation, A Forest Farm site visit 
September 10 - "Song For Another Home" Reading Group with Susi Jensen
September 11 - Friday Night Lecture: Can Science Be Trusted? with Dr. Rick Lindroth
September 15 - "Frankenstein" Reading Group with Cassandra Nelson
October 16 - Song for Another Home: An Evening Conversation with Author Bora Lee Reed
October 16 - Dallas Willard Lecture: Dr. Ian Hutchinson
October 20 -  "Nailing It" Reading Group with Joy Fea
October 21 - Sacred Sardis: Pagan Temples and Early Christianity: An Archaeological Exploration with Dr. Nicholas Cahill and Gordon Govier

Since opening, we’ve had the privilege of welcoming a diverse group of speakers and thought leaders from across the Christian faith—see a selection below.