At this 2026 Civics Forum, hosted by the Maureen and Mike Mansfield Center, Gov. Hutchinson will be a guest speaker. This full-day conference is designed to inspire leadership, foster collaboration, and promote civic engagement through interactive learning experiences led by university faculty, staff, students, and community leaders. 

This fall’s theme, Shaping Tomorrow: Ballots & Beyond, explores leadership, civic engagement, and the important role students play in shaping their communities and democracy. Through engaging workshops, discussions, and hands-on activities, participants will examine how civic participation extends beyond elections and into everyday actions that strengthen communities and create positive change.