"I appreciated that we were not handed easy answers at the Foundations of Liberty seminar. The faculty pushed us to questions rather than answers." -- Nicholas Laperriere, B.A. '97, Rhetoric, University of California, Berkeley
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Foundations of Liberty introduces participants to "classical liberal" or libertarian insights about the roles of individuals, communities, and governments in advancing human well-being. Participants can:

• Exchange ideas with other participants about questions such as "How much government do we need?" and "How much liberty is good for the individual?"
• Learn about the dynamic potential of markets, rights, and cooperation
• Debate new approaches to social and political issues in an open, friendly setting
• Get practical tips about career success

SEMINAR FEATURES Lectures Three to four lectures a day from faculty in a variety of disciplines Discussion Plenty of time for Q&A and small-group discussion following each lecture Interaction with Faculty Talk to faculty over meals, in-between sessions, and during the evening social gatherings -- faculty are with participants throughout the week Activities Opportunities to gain hands-on understanding of new ideas through team problem-solving, case studies, and simulations Evening Discussion Groups A famous feature of IHS seminars -- participants raise issues of greatest importance to them, challenge the faculty and each other, and debate the exciting ideas of the week Career Tips Throughout the week, pick up pointers from faculty and staff about career options, how to prepare yourself, and more Plus: Socializing, with refreshments, each night -- the discussion continues! Free time every afternoon Tuesday afternoon and evening free for recreation and sightseeing	WHO ATTENDS FOUNDATIONS OF LIBERTY? Approximately 50 participants from around the United States and other countries Undergraduates, graduate students, and recent graduates Interested in learning about classical liberal approaches Desiring an environment of intense learning and open inquiry 2000 SEMINAR FACULTY Faculty participating throughout the week include: Andrew Cohen, philosophy, University of Wisconsin, Stevens Point Howard Baetjer, economics, Towson State John Majewski, history, University of California, Santa Barbara David Prychitko, economics, Northern Michigan University Pamela Regis, literature, Western Maryland College
"The Foundations of Liberty seminar was a wonderful experience. The avenues of intellectual inquiry opened up before me, as well as the intriguing and captivating people that I met, have made the opportunity priceless." -- Chris Zubowicz, B.A. '98, Political Science, Dickinson College
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