The Hoffberger Center for Ethical Engagement

04/29/2026

The Hoffberger Center for Ethical Engagement is proud to announce its SECOND global field study trip to England! Join us on this 10 day trip as we explore the humble, historic city of Norwich and the bustling, urban metropolis that is London. Spots are limited, don't wait! For questions, please email Joshua Kassner @ [email protected]

03/05/2026

Thank you so much to everyone who attended our AI, social media, and the human experience discussion panel! We had an amazing turnout and an even greater conversation. Thank you so much to our panelists and to Janice Jackson for coordinating this event!

02/19/2026

Join us on Monday, March 2nd for an engaging discussion on the complex relationships between humans and artificial intelligence! This conversation will go through the effects that artificial intelligence has on social media and the human experience. Register today on BeeInvolved!

10/08/2025

It’s that time of the year again! Starting next week on Monday, October 13, the Hoffberger Center for Ethical Engagement will be presenting the annual hosting of ethics week. Join us for some enriching discourse on this year’s theme: Constitutionalism & the Law.
- Monday October 13 @ 12:30-2 PM: Professor Joshua Kassner presents the discussion on whether or not judicial review is undemocratic
- Tuesday October 14 @ 11 AM - 12:30 PM: CPA Dean Roger Hartley, Dr. Steven Scalet, and Professor John Bessler will be presenting the discussion panel titled “Constitutionalism & the Rule of Law”
- Tuesday October 14 @ 12:30 - 2:30 PM: The College Debate & Discourse Alliance will be presenting a debate with the resolution, “The first amendment should protect individuals not only from government censorship but also censorship from institutions or conpanies.”

Don’t miss out on this exciting back-to-back series of events! Food will be provided for all events!

For any questions regarding the events, please email [email protected] or [email protected].

Ethics week was made possible by, and special thanks to:
- Diversity & International Services
- College Debate & Discourse Alliance
- College of Public Affairs
- College of Arts & Sciences
- History Club
- Helen P. Denit Honors Program

02/02/2025

We had an incredible turnout of over 200 people to the Mid-Atlantic High School Ethics Bowl. This event would not have been possible without the hard work of our volunteers and the competitive, ethical spirit of the high school teams!

Baltimore Polytechnic High School (Orange Team) won the Spirit of Ethics Award, voted on by their peers, judges, and moderators.

And a big congratulations to Mercy High School (Red Team), who won the competition and will head to Nationals in April!

The University of Baltimore

12/02/2024

The National High School Ethics Bowl is coming soon to UB! Clear your calendars and prepare yourselves for this exciting event! High school teams from around the area will be engaging in this competitive event to discuss relevant ethical issues and dilemmas in today’s society. Volunteers are needed! Please scan the QR code found on the flyer to register. See you all there!

11/01/2024

Today was the last day of the Hoffberger Center for Ethical Engagement's Ethics Week. We had fantastic events focused on Ethics, Democracy, and Civil Discourse. We look forward to next year's Ethics Week!

02/04/2024

🏆 Congratulations to the brilliant ethical minds at Gilman School for clinching the title at the 2024 Mid-Atlantic High School Ethics Bowl! Your dedication to exploring complex ethical issues and your ability to engage in thoughtful discourse is truly inspiring. 🌟

As you advance to the Central Divisional Playoff on February 13th, we're all cheering for you! Your journey reflects the spirit of intellectual rigor and ethical engagement that we love to see at the Hoffberger Center for Ethical Engagement.

Best of luck as you continue to showcase your skills and strive for a spot at Nationals in Chapel Hill! We believe in you! 💪

01/19/2024

🌟 Volunteers Needed for the Mid-Atlantic High School Ethics Bowl! 🌟

Hello, Ethics Enthusiasts!

We're excited to announce that the Mid-Atlantic High School Ethics Bowl is just around the corner, and we're looking for volunteers to help make this event a success! 🏆

When: Saturday, February 4th
Where: Business Center, The University of The University of Baltimore

We need volunteers to serve as judges and moderators, guiding our bright young minds through the complexities of ethical reasoning. This is a fantastic opportunity to connect with fellow ethics aficionados, mentor the next generation of ethical leaders, engage in stimulating discussions, and add a unique experience to your resume. 🎓🤝💡

Interested? Sign up is easy! Just click on the link below and fill out the form:
👉 https://forms.gle/Zd3SLdf5jpzzFEt79

Your participation will make a world of difference in this event. Let's make this Ethics Bowl a resounding success together! 🌍✨

Thank you for your support!

8:00 am, February 3, 2024 at The University of Baltimore

11/29/2023

This Saturday, Dec. 2, The Hoffberger Center for Ethical Engagement will host the 2023 Northeast Regional Intercollegiate Ethics Bowl. The Ethics Bowl—part of the APPE Intercollegiate Ethics Bowl series—is not a debate, but rather a competition that rewards students for their ability to think carefully and analytically about complex ethical issues. More than 20 teams from colleges throughout the northeastern United States, including UBalt's own team, will compete in this bowl, with winners and finalists continuing to a national competition to be held during the 2024 APPE International Conference.

Learn more: http://www.ubalt.edu/news/news-releases.cfm?id=4234

11/13/2023

Today kicks off Ethics and AI Week at The University of Baltimore, hosted by The Hoffberger Center for Ethical Engagement. This week's events include ChatGPT discussions and demonstrations, faculty and student presentations about AI, a collegiate debate on the topic "should professors ban students from using AI", and more. For the complete list of scheduled events, visit ubalt.edu/hoffberger. All events are free and open to the public.

09/26/2023

A Baltimore native, London studies English Lit and is a writer with a passion for social justice. Throughout undergrad, London has held various positions with non-profit organizations in the DMV. When London is not studying or writing, she enjoys consuming various mediums of art, karaoke, going for coffee, and trying new pastries! After she graduates, she plans to combine her love of the arts with social justice to aid underrepresented communities.

London's philosophical research is centered on evaluating theories of distributive justice. Looking at various theories, London will explore what distributive justice is and how it relates to what society ought to do to be virtuous.