Clapham Conversations:
2011-2012 Speaker Series

Dr. John Mark Reynolds, Director of the Torrey Honors Institute at Biola University
Fall Benefit, Thursday, September 29th at 6:30 PM
Le Jardin Banquet Hall, Cantigny

Dr. John Mark Reynolds lectures frequently on ancient philosophy, philosophy of science, and cultural trends. He regularly appears on radio talk shows, such as the Hugh Hewitt Show, and actively blogs on cultural issues at ScriptoriumDaily.com, and the Washington Post's "On Faith" column. His books include "When Athens Met Jerusalem: An Introduction to Classical and Christian Thought" (IVP). Click here for more information on the Fall Benefit and to RSVP.

Chuck Evans, Co-author of Wisdom and Eloquence
Tuesday, October 18th at 7:00 PM
All Souls' Anglican Church, 25W741 Jewell Rd, Wheaton

Chuck Evans is a former head of school and an Executive Consultant with Paideia, Inc. In addition to his work as a private school management consultant, Evans also serves as the Executive Director of the Texas Association of Non-Public Schools (TANS), representing the interests of private schools before the Texas Legislature and other state offices. He shared his insights about Christian, classical education. Watch the whole presentation below.

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Rear Admiral Shear, Ret.
Veterans Day Chapel, Monday, November 7th at 8:35 AM
College Church in Wheaton, Sanctuary

Rear Adm. Shear is a retired Seabee Combat Warfare Officer, a professional engineer in the Commonwealth of Virginia, a member of the Navy Acquisition Professional Community, and a member of the Society of American Military Engineers. His personal decorations include three Legions of Merit, two Defense Meritorious Service Medals, three Meritorious Service Medals, two Navy Commendation Medals, the Navy Achievement Medal and various unit awards.

Dr. Gene Veith, Provost at Patrick Henry College
Spring Curriculum Night, Tuesday, April 24th at 7:00 PM
College Church in Wheaton

Dr. Gene Veith is the Provost and Professor of Literature at Patrick Henry College, the Director of the Cranach Institute at Concordia Theological Seminary, a columnist for World Magazine and TableTalk, and the author of 18 books on different facets of Christianity & Culture. He will be discussing expectations for college admissions from a Christian, classical perspective.