New ‘Civil Discourse for Citizenship Certificate’ program to open for student enrollment in spring - Madison Wallace, the Lantern

Ohio State’s Center for Ethics and Human Values is offering a new academic program enrollment opportunity this spring that aims to educate students about the importance of respectful dialogue, with the added benefit of appearing on a college transcript. The Civil Discourse for Citizenship Certificate — a 12-credit program that combines theoretical and practical knowledge from relevant disciplines as a formal certification, according to the center’s website — is designed to create an opportunity for students to study the principles of civil discourse. Kathryn Joyce, the center’s Civil Discourse Program director, said the program will allow students to deepen their understanding of civil discourse in various contexts through tailored coursework and classroom discussion. “Our hope is that this program will help future professionals and citizens appreciate civic values so they can contribute to the creation of inclusive, tolerant communities that recognize the importance of free speech and open dialogue across difference,” Joyce said. 

https://www.thelantern.com/2024/12/new-civil-discourse-for-citizenship-certificate-program-to-open-for-student-enrollment-in-spring/