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 see what's coming soon, or mark your calendar for these upcoming programs:

May 16 - Poetry Reading with Scott Cairns at Dottie's Ranch
May 17 - A Writer's Life: Journey & Practice - a discussion with poet Scott Cairns at Upper House
June 7 - Jump Start Saturday for Writers: Writing a Memoir with David McGlynn at Dottie's Ranch
June 17 - Spiritual Pilgrimage to the Valley of Our Lady Monastery
July 9 - Reading a Modern Classic: Paul and the Power of Grace with Gar Anderson at Upper House
July 10 - Making and Writing in Nature: A Multigenerational Workshop in the UW Arboretum
July 18 - Evening Summer Concert with the Continental Congress at Goodly Farm
 August 5 - The Church in a Post-Christian Culture with Gavin Ortlund at Upper House