On November 2, 2024 the National Institute presented the third in a series of webinars entitled "What's at Stake: Expert Perspectives on the 2024 Election," hosted by Professor Anthea Butler of the University of Pennsylvania. In this episode, Professor Fredrick Harris of Columbia University discusses the recent polling of the 2024 election cycle, paying attention to the groups not often polled during election cycles as well as the usefulness of polling and what it can and can’t measure.
Body Politics: Legal Issues in the 2024 Election Cycle (video)
On October 9, 2024 the National Institute presented the second of a series of webinars entitled "What's at Stake: Expert Perspectives on the 2024 Election," hosted by Professor Anthea Butler of the University of Pennsylvania. In this episode, Professor Tobias Wolff of the University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School discusses his work and research on how abortion, LGBTQ issues, gender, and sexuality play a role in defining the 2024 election cycle from a legal perspective.
Threats to American Democracy: 2024 as a Defining Year (video)
On September 25, 2024 the National Institute presented the first of a series of webinars entitled "What's at Stake: Expert Perspectives on the 2024 Election," hosted by Professor Anthea Butler of the University of Pennsylvania. In this episode, Professor Ruth Ben-Ghiat of New York University discusses her book Strongmen and identifies the threats to American democracy that are at stake in the 2024 election cycle.
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NEW WEBINAR SERIES: "What's at Stake: Expert Perspectives on the 2024 Election"
Please join us as we host a series of educational webinars focused on the upcoming general election in the United States. The series brings together subject matter experts in one-on-one conversations about various political and social issues at stake in this year’s election cycle, which is shaping up to be one of the most dramatic, momentous, and consequential in years. Moderated by Professor Anthea Butler of the University of Pennsylvania.
2024 Dissertation Grants Awarded
2024 Gold Medal Gala Tickets on Sale
You are cordially invited to the 110th Annual Gold Medal Gala, honoring Ken Burns, David Remnick, and Bryan Stevenson. This event will take place live in person on Tuesday, December 10, 2024, from 6:00 to 9:30 pm Eastern Time at the Metropolitan Club in New York City.
Tickets and tables are limited. Reserve your spot today!
David Remnick to Receive 2024 Gold Honor Medal
The National Institute of Social Sciences is delighted to announce David Remnick, journalist, author, and Editor of The New Yorker, as one of the 2024 Honorees for its Gold Honor Medal for distinguished service to society and humanity. Mr. Remnick and the other Honorees will be celebrated at the 110th Gold Medal Gala, which will be held in person in New York City on Tuesday, December 10, 2024.
Ken Burns to Receive 2024 Gold Honor Medal
The National Institute of Social Sciences is delighted to announce documentarian and filmmaker Ken Burns as one of the 2024 Honorees for its Gold Honor Medal for distinguished service to society and humanity. Mr. Burns and the other Honorees will be celebrated at the 110th Gold Medal Gala, which will be held in person in New York City on Tuesday, December 10, 2024.
New Members Join the Advisory Council of the National Institute of Social Sciences
The Board of Trustees is pleased and proud to welcome four new distinguished members to the Advisory Council of the National Institute of Social Sciences.
Bryan Stevenson to Receive 2024 Gold Honor Medal
The National Institute of Social Sciences is delighted to announce Bryan Stevenson, Founder and Executive Director of the Equal Justice Initiative, as one of the 2024 Honorees for its Gold Honor Medal for distinguished service to society and humanity. Mr. Stevenson and the other Honorees will be celebrated at the 110th Gold Medal Gala, which will be held in person in New York City on Tuesday, December 10, 2024.
In Memoriam: James H. Simons, 1938 – 2024
National Institute Invites 2024 Dissertation Grants Nominations
The National Institute of Social Sciences is pleased to invite nominations for its 2024 Dissertation Grants Program. NISS Dissertation Grants are designed to support outstanding Ph.D. students who need additional resources to complete doctoral work that promises to significantly advance their fields of study.
HOLD THE DATE for the 110th Annual Gold Medal Gala: Tuesday, December 10, 2024
The 110th Annual Gold Medal Gala, the signature event of the National Institute’s calendar, will take place live in person at The Metropolitan Club in New York City on Tuesday, December 10, 2024, from 6:00 to 9:30 pm Eastern Time.
Learn more here.
In Memoriam: William H. Told, Jr., 1930 – 2023
The Board of Trustees and Officers of the National Institute of Social Sciences are saddened to inform you of the death of former Trustee, Vice President, and later Chairman of the Florida Chapter of the National Institute, William H. Told, Jr. Mr. Told passed away on October 13, 2023 in Vermont.. He was 92 years old.
In Memoriam: Joan Kaplan Davidson, 1927 – 2023
2023 Dissertation Grant Awards Ceremony
Please join us for a cocktail reception and fundraising event in honor of the five 2023 winners of the National Institute’s Dissertation Grant competition.
Attendance is free and open to the public, but registration is required and space is limited.
2023 Dissertation Grants Awarded
2023 Gold Medal Gala Tickets on Sale
You are cordially invited to the 109th Annual Gold Medal Gala, honoring Jonathan F. Fanton, Dr. Anthony S. Fauci, and James H. and Marilyn H. Simons. This event will take place live in person on Tuesday, December 5, 2023, from 6:00 to 9:30 pm Eastern Time at the Metropolitan Club in New York City.
Tickets and tables are limited. Reserve your spot today!
Jim & Marilyn Simons to Receive 2023 Gold Honor Medals
The National Institute of Social Sciences is delighted to announce James H. Simons and Marilyn H. Simons, Co-Founders and Co-Chairs of the Simons Foundation, as two of the 2023 Honorees for its Gold Honor Medal for distinguished service to society and humanity. Mr. & Mrs. Simons and the other Honorees will be celebrated at the 109th Gold Medal Gala, which will be held in person in New York City on Tuesday, December 5, 2023.