The JANUS Forum
The JANUS Forum provides a place for members of the community to come together and discuss opposing views freely and passionately, and where students can explore the multitude of views that exist, and then arrive at their own opinions. It is a catalyst for developing timely, interesting, and rigorous discussion of public affairs. The forum is sponsored by the Department of Political Science thanks to the generous support of Thomas W. Smith (Miami ’50).
Janus Forum - October 15, 2025
Debating Energy in the Executive: Trump and Presidential Power
Wilk's Theater | Armstrong Student Center | 6:30 p.m.
Featured Guests:
- Caitlin Dickerson: Award Winning Journalist: Pulitzer Prize (2023), Peabody Award (2015), Edward R. Murrow Award
- John Katko: U.S. Representative for New York’s 24th District, 2015-2023;
Public reception following event
No Admission Charge | Open to the Public | Limited Seating
The JANUS Forum is sponsored by the Department of Political Science thanks to the generous support of Thomas W. Smith (Miami ’50) and the Menard Family Center for Democracy.
Past JANUS Forums
Is It Time To Kill The Death Penalty?
Wednesday, March 1, 2023
Speakers: Jason Chaffetz and Laura Nirider
Life After Roe: What Happens Next?
Tuesday, November 15, 2022
Speakers: Stephanie Grisham and Johanna Maska
Let's Be Blunt: Should Marijuana Be Legalized?
Wednesday, March 9, 2022
Speakers: Julián Castro and Dr. Bertha Madras
Cryptocurrency: The Future of Money or the End of the State As We Know It?
Speakers: Todd Buchholz and Rosie Rios
President Biden's First 100 Days: What's Possible and What Happens Next
Wednesday, March 16, 2021
Speakers: Valerie Jarrett and Marc Short
Election 2020
Speakers: Donna Brazile and Joseph Grogan
Contact for More Information
haneypj@miamioh.edu
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