2024-25 Topic of Discussion: The Role of Media in Contemporary Society
Events and Registration
Information about the series’ invited guests who will contribute their perspectives on this timely topic for the fall semester will be announced soon.
Advance registration is required for attendance at Compelling Perspectives programs and will open in the new academic year.
Please note that government issued photo ID must be brought to these events. No recording devices will be permitted.
Compelling Perspectives Stories
President Video Message: Strategic Plan Progress and Announcing Next Year's Compelling Perspectives Theme
A message sent to members of the Lehigh campus community.
Leon Panetta at Compelling Perspectives: ‘The Strength of America is in its People’
Panetta discusses national security and calls youth to public service.
Secretary Leon Panetta Announced as Second Speaker in New Compelling Perspectives Program
Panetta will visit Lehigh to discuss national security.
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-PRESIDENT JOSEPH J. HELBLE '82