The 15th Annual Eugene J. McCarthy Lecture Conscience and Courage in Public Life with
U.S. Senator Tina Smith Written by Dr. Matt Lindstrom This year’s McCarthy Lecture was unlike any other. Prior to the main event in SJU’s Humphrey Theater, students were given a unique opportunity to talk with Senator Tina Smith in a small classroom environment. They engaged with her on public policy and political issues, and Senator Smith also offered invaluable advice on professional development. The curiosity was reciprocated, as the Senator learned about their experiences living and learning in the online COVID-19 world. Following the student gathering, we held a reception where campus and community members could talk with Senator Smith, get pictures and a bite to eat. Continuing a tradition of celebrating Senator McCarthy’s love for poetry, Geonn Taylor ’22 read an original poem he authored and McCarthy’s niece, Mary Beth McCarthy Yarrow, read several of McCarthy’s poems. Senator Smith (left) and Student Coordinator Brianna Kreft '22 (right) during the student gathering
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