October 13, 2026
Join investigative journalist Scott MacFarlane and Dickinson President John E. Jones III ’77, P’11, a former federal judge, for a conversation about freedom of the press and speech.
MacFarlane is chief Washington correspondent and anchor for the MeidasTouch Network. Jones served as chief judge of the U.S. Middle District of Pennsylvania before leaving the bench to lead his alma mater in 2021. Their dialogue will touch on constitutional cases, press access, the pursuit of truth, engaged citizenship and public trust. The First Amendment and This Moment: Journalism and Law – livestreamed and in person Scott MacFarlane, chief Washington correspondent for the MeidasTouch Network John E. Jones III ’77, P’11, president of Dickinson College This program is presented by the Clarke Forum for Contemporary Issues. Local alumni are welcome to join these events in person. This event will be in the Anita Tuvin Schlechter Auditorium. Please register by Monday, Oct. 12. The livestream link will be provided in your confirmation email. More information here.
Further information
- Location: Virtual - via Livestream
- Time: 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
- Cost: Free