These topics and many more have been covered by the Honors Forum. Forum provides opportunities for students to encounter and consider controversial issues, cutting-edge technologies, and a range of questions drawn from the arts, the sciences, and politics. Honors Forum features musical and theatrical performances, addresses by major public figures, world-class scientists, and renowned authors, conversations with faculty members, and debates and discussions of significant public policy issues.

Forum Guests for Spring 2026

The following events are free and open to the NC State public. All events will take place beginning at 3:00 PM in Witherspoon Student Cinema, unless otherwise noted below.

• January 26 – Mike Wiley Production Ltd
• February 2 – Julia Keefe
• February 9 – Pauchi Sasaki (NAO MUSIC LLC)
• February 16 – Sinking Ship
• March 23 – Belle Boggs and Sylvester Allen, Jr
• April 6 – Natalie MacDonald
• April 13 – Diana Schaub: Lincoln and the Founding

Alternate Forum Events

In addition to the weekly, regularly occurring Honors Forum lecture, students also have the opportunity to attend a wide variety of Alternate Forum events including:

• small group discussions, including book clubs and our “In The Headlines” events
• films in our film series
• musical and theatrical performances hosted by Arts NC State, NC State LIVE, and local theatres throughout the Triangle
• field trips to museums and other sites of cultural and historical significance
• outdoor excursions such as stand-up paddleboarding, kayaking, hiking, and group bike rides
• volunteer service opportunities with local community partners