John C. Danforth Center on Religion and Politics

10/10/2026

10/01/2026

Join us Wednesday, October 7 for this Practice of Citizenship event and Civic Café public book discussion with Eric Liu, author of “Live Like A Citizen: 8 Ways to Change Your Mindset and Your Country.” Link in bio for more info and to RSVP

09/28/2026

The Practice of Citizenship Series with Philip Deloria:

Join us this Thursday, October 1, in Emerson Auditorium at 7:30pm with our Danforth Distinguished Lecturer, Dr. Deloria, “They are real Americans and entitled to citizenship: Revisiting the American Indian Citizenship Act of 1924”

Dr. Deloria will highlight his research on the social, cultural, and political histories of the relations among American Indian peoples and the U.S.

RSVP at https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/the-practice-of-citizenship-4872276 or visit our link in the bio

09/24/2026

Today! Join us for one of two events with Haleh Liza Gafori. Register now and we will see you tonight!

09/24/2026

Today! Join us at 1pm in Hurst Lounge, Duncker Hall for this exciting live podcast event. There are a few spots left, so register now!

09/11/2026

Check out our very own, Kambiz GhaneaBassiri, discuss the much anticipated, PBS documentary series, Faith on Film: American Muslim. This Smithsonian History Film Forum features a two episode film screening on Wednesday, September 16, 2026 7:00-9:30pm EDT

For more info visit si.edu/events

Register

09/10/2026

Register today .wustl.edu (link in bio)
Poetry for All Podcast Live Event with Haleh Liza Gafori
Thursday, Sept 24, 1pm
Hurst Lounge, Duncker Hall

“Why Read Rumi in Times Like These”: A Conversation with Haleh Liza Gafori
Thursday, Sept 24, 7pm
Emerson Auditorium, Knight Hall

08/27/2026

Please join us for a Poetry for All Live Podcast with vocalist, poet, and educator, Haleh Liza Gafori as she presents “Rumi For Our Times”, a selection of poems by the 13th century mystic Rumi.

No stranger to political turmoil and the ravages of the imperious ego, calling listeners toward an ethic of love, care and reverence. Rumi’s poems are not only aesthetic masterpieces but are also spiritual and philosophical works, meant to illuminate and liberate, pointing us toward more harmonious ways of being.

Event Schedule, September 24, 2026:

1:00 pm: Poetry For All Live Podcast co-hosted by Abram Van Engen and Joanne Diaz, Hurst Lounge (located in Duncker Hall)

This is a free event open to all, seats are limited and tickets will be required to attend the Poetry for All live podcast.

REGISTER .wustl.edu

Please join us for an evening public lecture with acclaimed translator, educator and performance artist, Haleh Liza Gafori as she presents “Rumi For Our Times”, a selection of poems by the 13th century mystic Rumi.

Event Schedule, September 24, 2026:

7:00 pm – 9:30 pm: Public event for all ticketed audience members in Knight Hall’s Frick Forum with reception to follow.

This is a free event open to all, seats are limited and tickets will be required to attend the lecture and the reception immediately following.

To learn more and register go to .wustl.edu

08/27/2026

As artificial intelligence rapidly reshapes how we work, communicate, learn, and create, religious communities are grappling with a fundamental question: Is AI good for religion? How might emerging technologies influence faith, community, and our understanding of spiritual formation.

On October 5, 2026 join the John C. Danforth Center on Religion and Politics’ online journal, ARC: Religion, Politics, Et Cetera for its 2026-2027 inaugural Danforth Dialogue Forum in Washington D.C. featuring leading thinkers from across various disciplines as they explore the challenges and ethical implications of artificial intelligence for religious life.

To learn more and register visit .wustl.edu

08/11/2026

2026-2027 Season: Our upcoming series, Practice of Citizen, begins Thursday, October 1st. Mark your calendars for a great lineup of FREE public events! More info coming soon. Visit the link in our bio to learn more.