Brought to campus by the Center for the Philosophy of Freedom through partnership with the Arizona Board of Regents, in the Student Union Bookstore, lower level. Experience a portion of the renowned Museum of Democracy in New York City. The new exhibit explores the history of American democracy through the creative campaign tools that shaped it and how presidential candidates have communicated their messages and mobilized support from the era of George Washington to the present day. Free and open to the public! Guided Tours scheduling information is available here.
Legislative Fellow Applications are OPEN
Arizona’s Legislative Fellowship Program offers graduate students a unique opportunity to shape public policy at the state level. Created by the University of Arizona’s Center for the Philosophy of Freedom, the program places fellows directly in the Arizona Legislature, where they work alongside lawmakers to provide research, policy analysis, and strategic support. Fellows gain hands-on experience in legislative processes, strengthen their professional networks, and make meaningful contributions to the development of Arizona’s laws all while expanding the Legislature’s access to academic expertise. Apply by November 14th, 2025.
FC Research Digest is now Live!
Sign up today to receive the inaugural FC Research Digest! The launch of the annual digest will showcase journal articles, conference presentations, books and other scholarly advancements being released by Freedom Center faculty and affiliates.
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Competitions Now Open! Calling All Middle & High School Students!
This fall, the University of Arizona Freedom Center is hosting two exciting competitions. Students (grade 6-8) will participate in the Create Your Campaign Contest and students (grades 9-12) will work on Vote YOU for Presidential Speech Contest. Submissions due by Nov 14, 2025. Winners will be celebrated at the Vote for You Awards Night & Live Election on Nov 21, 5:30–7 PM at the U of A Campus Store, with special guest speaker David Litt, Obama’s speech writer. Participants could win cash, jerseys, and one lucky teacher will win a $500 raffle for their classroom!
America250, Celebrate America's Birthday
On July 4, 2026, our nation will commemorate and celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. The journey toward this historic milestone is an opportunity to pause and reflect on our nation’s past, honor the contributions of all Americans, and look ahead toward the future we want to create for the next generation and beyond.
Upcoming Workshops at the Freedom Center
Freedom Center workshops are designed to bring together scholars to discuss topics like freedom, moral agency, and justice. These workshops give scholars opportunities to engage with leading researchers and attend talks on a variety of subjects, contributing to a deeper understanding of the principles that shape freedom.
Unlock Opportunities with Our Signature Programs
Explore a diverse range of programs designed to deepen your understanding, foster debate, and inspire leadership in law, economics, politics, and more.
Master of Legal Studies in Law & Economics
This online program offers an enhanced understanding of legal, political, and legislative processes. It is ideal for elected officials, high school teachers, and those working in and with the public sector.
Freedom Center Debate Series
Distinguished national and local experts with differing perspectives come together to debate timely issues, advocating for their position and exploring the possibility of finding common ground.
PPEL Undergraduate Summer School
A four-day curriculum that focuses on the practical problems of organizing and running human society. It is supported by a grant from the John Templeton Foundation.
Partnerships with prestigious European universities reflect the Freedom Center’s influence as a premier research institution and provide summer programs in philosophy, law, economics, politics, and related disciplines.
These flagship panel events create a public space where nationally recognized leaders with expertise in industry, education, and public policy come together to address issues of societal importance.
Scholars are invited to campus to concentrate on their research and interact with UArizona faculty and students. They also present their research, deliver guest lectures and participate in manuscript workshops while in residence.
Oral History Collection
Approved by the Arizona State Board of Education as a resource for teachers, these mini-documentaries provide compelling first-person accounts of other governing philosophies compared to the United States.
Provides graduate level students with real-world public policy research experience by assisting a legislator track legislation, summarize bills, assist with constituent services, and complete special projects.
Award-winning media and thought leaders come to campus and share unique experiences and perspectives that reinforce the free press’s importance in promoting critical thinking and a healthy democracy.
Discover the Impact of Our Faculty’s Research
Our Freedom Center faculty are at the forefront of exploring crucial issues, publishing books and articles that challenge conventional thinking across disciplines. Their work in philosophy, economics, law, political science, and ethics underscores our unwavering dedication to academic freedom. By engaging with diverse perspectives, they promote critical thinking and fuel the debates that shape our society.
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