Series/Ticket Information

This year, The Founders Lectures, held in conjunction with our annual Conversations in the Arts series, brings you face to face with men and women who have helped to shape our perceptions of the world through their contributions to the arts, culture, and education. 

This season, Columbia College Chicago brings you up close with:

Jonathan Kozol (October 20, 2008)

Sir Ken Robinson (December 2, 2008)

Anna Deavere Smith (January 27, 2009) 

Richard Florida (Apri 30, 2009)

Take the opportunity to listen in as our speakers share their influential ideas and work in the intimate setting of our Conversations in the Arts series.

Tickets can be reserved at no charge through the Columbia Ticket Center on a first-come, first-served basis at 312.369.6600, two months before the event. 

President's Club reception: At the conclusion of the conversation, members of the college's President's Club are invited to join us for a private reception. To learn how to join the President's Club, contact Kim Clement at 312.344.7084.

To learn about sponsorship opportunities: Please contact Ray Kovach at 312.344.7080 or rkovach@colum.edu.

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