Choose our Case 2021

WHEN

Tuesday, February 2, 2021 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm CST & Vote by Thursday at 12 noon.
(A recording will be available if you cannot attend the live event.)

WHERE

Online webinar.

WHAT

Science Court is a student-led project at the University of Minnesota designed to combat polarization in American society and strengthen democracy. Each year we select a controversial issue, research the facts, and argue the pros and cons it in a trial in front of a jury representing the public. We are considering three cases for 2021. Help us choose which one to do:

Woman working from home on her bed

To promote a better work-life balance, Americans should have the option to work remotely in cases where their jobs allow it.

Agricultural fields

To ensure a sustainable food supply, regenerative agriculture must be prioritized by the US government.

National and military services recruits in a row

To fight polarization and recreate a common American identity, a mandatory national service should be adopted.

HOW

You are invited to hear student presentations on Tuesday, February 2, 2021 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm CST online via Zoom. Audience members can ask the student questions via chat. A recording will be available if you cannot attend the live event. After the presentations, you will be invited to rank your preferences. Voting will be open until Thursday, February 4 at 12pm CST.

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