Gwynedd Mercy University to Partner With Montgomery Bar Association to Host Campus Conversations Series on Civics Education

Gwynedd Mercy University and Montgomery Bar Association (MBA) will host a three-part conversation series titled Give Us Liberty and Give Us Safety: Understanding Civics in the 21st Century. The series will feature guest speakers on various topics regarding civics education with feature moderator Seth D. Wilson, Esq., MBA President.

The series will focus on how the constitution serves as the guiding framework to protect citizens in their everyday lives. These interactive presentations will highlight the language of the amendments, case law interpretation, and the practical effects in our society. The goal is to show the enduring legacy of the Constitution over the last 238 years in safeguarding the rights and freedoms cherished by Americans.

Details for each campus conversation are as follows:

Part 1: The Constitution & Safety: How does the Constitution protect us in our everyday lives?

• • Location: University Hall W-105
  • Speakers:
    • President Judge Carolyn T. Carluccio
    • MBA President-Elect, Colin J. O’Boyle
    • Kristen Gibbons Feden, Esq.Tuesday, February 25, 2025 at 7 p.m.

Part 2: Rules of the Game: How does the Constitution protect the rights & privileges of all Americans?

• Tuesday, March 18, 2025 at 7 p.m.
• Location: University Hall W-105
• Speakers:
  • Judge Risa Vetri Ferman
  • MBA Past President and Foundation President, Jacqueline M. Reynolds
  • Mike Lyon, Esq.

Part 3: A View from the Bench: How does the Constitution impact the decision-making of Montgomery County Judges?

• Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at 7 p.m.
• Location: University Hall W-105
• Speakers:
  • President Judge Carolyn T. Carluccio
  • Judge Henry Hilles
  • Judge A. Nicole Tate-Phillips

This series is not only timely but essential in educating citizens about the constitutional principles that underpin and protect their daily lives. By exploring the Constitution through expert insights on case law, amendments, and practical impacts, the series fosters a deeper understanding of civic rights and responsibilities. Such initiatives are invaluable for promoting informed dialogue and engagement, essential for maintaining the democratic fabric of our society in an era marked by significant social and political challenges.

About Montgomery Bar Association

Established in 1855 to professionalize the county’s practice of law, the Montgomery Bar Association (MBA) is one of our nation’s oldest and most respected bar associations, representing approximately 2,000 legal professionals in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania. Now, as then, MBA exists to uphold legal and ethical standards in our legal community. As the third largest Bar in Pennsylvania, MBA has a longstanding tradition of service to its membership and the community. For members, the Bar Association offers an important arena for networking, professional development and education. For the community, it serves as a legal resource offering education, legal assistance and funds and resources for individuals and agencies in need. The Association is actively engaged in public service through community outreach, free educational events offered throughout the year, programs like the Montgomery Child Advocacy Project, the Mock Trial Competitions for high-school students, and much more. For more information on the Montgomery Bar Association, visit www.montgomerybar.org.