The Symposium: Civil Discourse

Date and Time

Tuesday Jun 24, 2025
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM EDT

Location

Directions from 74 Founders Hill Road

Proceed up the hill for the Stratton Mountain Club
Take a left past the (6) parking spaces outside of the club and head down the ramp past the Carlos Otis Clinic
Park in any open space in any lot
Walk towards the clinic, past the gondola and you will arrive at the club!
Head up the stairs once you arrive (Elevator is located on the 1^st floor if needed)

Directions from 5 Village Lodge Road (The Welcome Center)

Take a right into the Main Base Parking lot when you arrive at the Welcome Center
Drive all the way through the parking lot, veering right until you pass Skier Drop Off and see the parking gate
Park in the upper level and then walk towards the clinic, past the gondola and you will arrive at the club!
Head up the stairs once you arrive (Elevator is located on the 1^st floor if needed)

Contact Information

Erika Floriani
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Description

Civic Discourse and Community Symposium

Join Us for a Critical Conversation!

The Southwestern Vermont Chamber of Commerce proudly presents the Civic Discourse and Community Symposium – a two-hour event designed to bring together thought leaders and media professionals to discuss the current state of news, politics, and the future of journalism.

Event Details:

Date: June 24, 2025
Time: 10:00AM-12:00PM
Location: Stratton Mountain Club (74 Founders Hill Rd
Stratton Mountain, VT 05155)

Meet Our Esteemed Panelists:

Judy Patrick – WAMC’s The Roundtable, VP for Editorial Development at the New York Press Association
Mike Albans – Bennington Banner, Vermont News and Media
Casey Seiler – Editor in Chief and Vice President, Times-Union
Dr. Kerri Nicoll – Professor of Sociology, Anthropology, & Social Work, MCLA
Joe Saxton – SevenDays, formerly New York Times & ProPublica

Why Attend? This symposium goes beyond the headlines and dives deep into the heart of civic discourse—the thoughtful, respectful, and informed exchange of ideas. In today’s polarized world, maintaining the ability to communicate across differences is more important than ever. Media plays a crucial role in shaping how we understand these differences and how we engage with one another as informed citizens.

Topics Include:

The current state of local and national news
Media’s influence on politics and public opinion
The future of journalism in a digital world

Bring your questions and join the conversation during our audience Q&A session. This is a must-attend event for anyone passionate about the role of media in civic life and the health of our local communities.
Please pay attention to the directions below.