Is There More to Green than Meets the Eye?

The Hall Institute has assembled a group of panelists who are at the forefront of their fields for a discussion about green energy infrastructure. Join us at the New Jersey State Museum annex on February 25 for a discussion of the technical points of planning green and delivering clean energy to the market. Details

Riccards Attends
Lincoln Tribute

Hall Institute Executive Director Michael P. Riccards took part in the Congressional Celebration of Lincoln's 200th Birthday on February 12 in Washington, D.C. Riccards was New Jersey's official liaison to the nation Abraham Lincoln Bicentennial Commission.

During the event, President Obama and congressional leaders gathered in the U.S. Capitol Rotunda. After the President's address, historians and members of Congress delivered tributes to Lincoln and his presidency.

The New Culture Club — In recent days, several high-profile individuals have attempted to excuse their questionable actions by claiming they were "part of a culture" and just common practice. The Hall Institute's Richard Lee reflects upon this troubling trend and how it may relate to the challenges confronting our state and nation in A-Rod, Banking Bailouts and Public Policy.

Holding Higher Ed Accountable— In a Hall Institute podcast, Michael Riccards, a former college president, offers his thoughts and opinions on a proposal to establish a Secretary of Higher Education to oversee New Jersey's colleges in universities. Listen

Our Gala Dinner Reception— The Hall Institute will honor Robert P. Haney Jr. at a Gala Dinner Reception on March 5 at the Hilton East Brunswick. Haney, a Hall Institute trustee, is being honored for his appointment to the New Jersey State Board of Education. Details

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In 2006 and 2008, the institute presented online Virtual Debates among the candidates in New Jersey's U.S. Senate race. We also sponsored NJ2008, a special section on New Jersey's role in the 2008 presidential campaign.

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