A Special Conversation on the Future of the Humanities

🗓️ November 6 | ⏰ 7 PM Central / 8 PM Eastern | 📍Register for Zoom

In a time when headlines demand our constant attention, it’s easy to overlook something quietly foundational to our democracy: the Humanities. Yet now, more than ever, we need the critical thinking, historical perspective, and shared understanding that the Humanities provide to navigate our complex world—and to strengthen civic life.

Join us for an essential conversation on the State of the Humanities in America, featuring:

Robert Townsend, Director of Humanities, Arts & Culture Programs at the American Academy of Arts & Sciences

Tim Henderson, Executive Director of Humanities Tennessee

What role do the Humanities play in an era of division and rapid change? Why do they matter for the future of civic engagement, education, and public discourse?

Come hear from national and state leaders in the field—and bring your questions.

This is more than a lecture—it’s a call to reflect, engage, and act.

RSVP today and mark your calendar!

The Tennessee Environmental Council is coming to MTSU on Nov. 7 to host a high-level dialogue about the state’s growing solid waste crisis, featuring local, regional and national leaders from industry, conservation groups, higher education and policymakers. Members of the public are invited to attend the TEC’s 2025 Annual Policy and Practice Forum: Tennessee Solid Waste Solutions, co-hosted by MTSU's Center for Supply Chain Management and Sustainability.

The event is set for Friday, Nov. 7, from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at MTSU’s James Union Building, 516 Alma Mater Drive. Early bird tickets are $35 through Friday, Oct. 24, and regular admission is $50, which includes a catered lunch and free parking. Register at this link. Student rate tickets are available at this link.