NAS Events

Fang Lizhi, 1991 Sidney Hook Award Recipient

Apr 30, 2012 by Glenn Ricketts |

NAS mourns the passing of an intrepid advocate of free inquiry and democracy.

How to Ask a Question

Apr 09, 2012 by Peter Wood |

Peter Wood offers advice to students and academics on how to ask questions at public events.

A Thought-Provoking ‘Is the West Best?’ Discussion with Ibn Warraq

Mar 29, 2012 by Ashley Thorne |

At a lively panel discussion on Wednesday at Saint Francis College, authors Ibn Warraq and Paul Berman, and journalist Sohrab Ahmari reflected on the worth of Western civilization.

Upcoming Debate and Speakers in New York, Minnesota, and DC

Mar 22, 2012 by Ashley Thorne |

Please join NAS's affiliates at three upcoming events this spring, where you can hear from distinguished scholars and connect with like-minded attendees.

Event: NY Affiliate to Host Lecture by Jonathan Brent

Dec 21, 2011 by Kate Hamilton |

The New York Association of Scholars and the CUNY Association Scholars will have Jonathan Brent speak on "Soviet Archives and the Struggle for Truth in History" as their first event of 2012.

Peter Wood on Eagle Forum Radio: Higher Education “Sustainabullies”

May 09, 2011 by |

As Phyllis Schlafly's guest on national radio, Peter Wood spoke about the influence of sustainability ideology on our universities and answered questions from callers about what this means for our national identity.

Don’t Miss: “A Conversation with Peter Wood” on February 23

Feb 16, 2011 by |

Next Wednesday NAS president Peter Wood will speak in New York City about anger in America now, drawing on his book A Bee in the Mouth. Hosted by the Institute for American Values, the event is free and refreshments will… Continue Reading | Leave a Comment >

The Man in the Moon: A Memory from the NAS Conference

May 27, 2010 by David Clemens |

In 2009, ten days before the inauguration, I was in Washington for the NAS conference but had decided to stay near the National Mall at the ritzy Hay-Adams across from the White House.  With Blair House unavailable, President-elect… Continue Reading | 1 Comment >

Upcoming Events in California and Connecticut

Apr 19, 2010 by Ashley Thorne |

Dinesh D'Souza and Karen Torre to speak at upcoming NAS affiliate-sponsored events.

California Association of Scholars Upcoming Events

Jan 08, 2010 by Ashley Thorne |

NAS's California affiliate will host Dinesh D'Souza and Victor Davis Hanson this spring.

New York and CUNY Association of Scholars NYC Event December 13

Dec 02, 2009 by Ashley Thorne |

Via Professor David Gordon, president of NAS's New York affiliate, an announcement specifically for NAS members:

THE NEW YORK ASSOCIATION OF SCHOLARS

California Association Talks of War

Sep 24, 2009 by Ashley Thorne |

Our California affiliate invites you to a free evening with Victor Davis Hanson.

Banquet Luncheon and Awards Presentation

Mar 10, 2009 by |

At our national conference in January 2009, NAS presented awards to outstanding individuals who contributed to the defense of academic freedom, intellectual culture, and education reform. This year's recipients were Carol Iannone,… Continue Reading | Leave a Comment >

Sunday Blog

Mar 01, 2009 by Peter Wood |

A weekend experiment in short-form commentary.

Panel 4: Are the Dorms Being Politicized?

Feb 24, 2009 by |

Video: The final panel at the January 2009 national NAS conference was based on our initiative, "How Many Delawares?" The panel was moderated by Velma Montoya and included speakers Adam Kissel, John K. Wilson, and Jan Blits.