Talking Across Difference

The Yard Forum
2025-11-06 12:00 - 14:00, 2025-11-20 12:00 - 14:00, 2026-01-22 12:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | Private: The Yard at College Ave, 100 George St, New Brunswick, New Jersey, 08901, United States
The Yard Forum is a space where Rutgers students can share their perspectives and spark conversations across differences. The Talking Across Difference Student Leader cohort will offer discussion questions on diverse topics, welcoming civil conversation and engagement. Drop by our table at The Yard, meet and connect with the Talking Across Differences Student Leaders, and share your take in a space built for real and respectful conversation!
This is a recurring event! Future Dates TBD

Talking Across Difference Social
2025-11-10 18:00 - 20:00 | Private: Drawing Room, Eagleton Institute of Politics, 191 Ryders Ln, New Brunswick, NJ, United States
Join us for an evening of community, conversation, and connection with the Talking Across Difference (TAD) Team. This event will provide an opportunity to meet the TAD Fall 2025 Cohort Student Leaders, learn about the program’s mission, and explore how TAD encourages constructive dialogue across different perspectives.
Snacks will be provided!

The Yard Forum
2026-02-04 12:00 - 14:00 | Douglass Student Center, 100 George St, New Brunswick, NJ, 08901, United States
The Yard Forum is a space where Rutgers students can share their perspectives and spark conversations across differences. The Talking Across Difference Student Leader cohort will offer discussion questions on diverse topics, welcoming civil conversation and engagement. Drop by our table in the Douglass Student Center, meet and connect with the Talking Across Differences Student Leaders, and share your take in a space built for real and respectful conversation!
This is a recurring event! Future Dates and Locations TBA

The Yard Forum
2026-02-12 12:00 - 14:00 | College Avenue Student Center, Rutgers Student Center, 126 College Ave, New Brunswick, 08901, United States

Talking Across Difference Spring Social
2026-02-13 20:30 - 22:00 | Livingston Student Center – Livingston Hall, 84 Joyce Kilmer Ave, Piscataway, 08854, United States
Join us for an hour of community, conversation, and connection with the Talking Across Difference (TAD) Team. This event will provide an opportunity to meet the TAD Spring 2025 Cohort Student Leaders, learn about the program’s mission, and explore how TAD encourages constructive dialogue across different perspectives.
Food will be provided! Register using the link below!

Chips and Chat: Civic Duty in a Democracy
2026-02-25 18:00 - 20:00 | Eagleton Institute of Politics
Join Talking Across Difference for an engaging dinner and conversation focused on civic responsibility within a democracy. Discuss your role in the community, define democracy, and learn how to become more civically engaged. Come ready to eat, connect with others, and discuss what being civically involved means for you! Registration is required.
Catered by Chipotle! Registration link below!

The TAD Forum
2026-03-05 12:00 - 14:00, 2026-03-12 12:00 - 14:00, 2026-04-02 12:00 - 14:00, 2026-04-16 12:00 - 14:00 | College Avenue Student Center, Rutgers Student Center, 126 College Ave, New Brunswick, 08901, United States
The TAD Forum is a space where Rutgers students can share their perspectives and spark conversations across differences. The Talking Across Difference Student Leader cohort will offer discussion questions on diverse topics, welcoming civil conversation and engagement. Drop by our table in the College Avenue Student Center, meet and connect with the Talking Across Differences Student Leaders, and share your take in a space built for real and respectful conversation!
This is a recurring event! Future Dates and Locations TBA

Digital Democracy Workshop
2026-03-10 16:30 - 18:00 | Busch Student Center, 604 Bartholomew Rd, Piscataway, 08854, United States
Join TAD for an interactive workshop exploring how social media platforms influence politics. Learn how algorithms and targeted content shape perception through real-world examples and small-group discussions. Leave with practical tools to spot bias, fact-check information, and build a balanced “information diet.” Compete in a quick Kahoot to win prizes!
Free Boba! Register using the link below!

Voting Across Difference
2026-04-16 16:00 - 18:00 | Alexander Library, Pane Room, 169 College Ave, New Brunwick, 08901, United States
Practice voting and explore what goes into the decisions you make at the ballot. Through an interactive Ranked Choice Voting simulation, engage in a mock election, discuss priorities, and gain insight into how different voting systems shape outcomes.
Catered by Taco Bell! Register using the link below!

Digital Democracy Workshop PT 2: Logical Fallacies in Digital Politics
2026-04-20 18:00 - 20:00 | Eagleton Institute of Politics
Join TAD for Part 2 of our Digital Democracy Workshop series! This interactive session explores how logical fallacies and persuasive tactics appear in digital political content, from viral posts to political ads. Through real-world examples and small group discussions, practice identifying common fallacies and analyzing how these tactics can shape online political discourse.
Snacks will be provided! Register using the link below!

Talking Across Movement
2026-04-30 18:00 - 20:00 | Eagleton Institute of Politics
Join us for a thought-provoking dinner exploring global immigration systems, diving into real case studies from around the world. Examine how culture and policy intersect, and what a more global approach to immigration could look like. Come ready to learn, discuss, and broaden your perspective!
Register using the link below!
