September 14 - Tucker Carlson
Politics and Partisans: Election 2008 Update

As senior campaign correspondent for MSNBC and former host of his own nightly news show, Mr. Carlson knows the Washington D.C. scene inside and out. Before standing room only audiences across the nation, and across political lines, he brings his experience and signature wit to bear on analyzing the 2008 presidential election.

Program begins at 7:30 p.m.

October 5 - Dr. Michael Chorost
Rebuilt: How Becoming Part Computer Made Me More Human

Sponsored by Duneland Health Council

Dr. Chorost is an internationally recognized authority in the field of bionics and medical technology. With “wit and grit” he weaves his personal experience as a cochlear implant recipient into his fascinating program. His best-selling book, by the same title as his talk, deals with the stunning advances we have made and will make in the field of bionic technology. A book signing will follow the program.

Program begins at 7:30 p.m.

October 26 - Dr. Antonia Novello
U.S. Health Care Reform

Sponsored by Indiana University Northwest

Dr. Novello is the former Surgeon General of the United States and UNICEF Special Representative for Health and Nutrition. She has a well-earned reputation for being an outspoken advocate for public health issues. This program is sure to provide valuable information and prompt a stimulating exchange during the Q&A portion of the presentation.

Programs begins at 3:00 p.m.

November 9 - Ambassador Dennis Ross
The Complex World of Middle Eastern Policy

Sponsored by The Bankoff Endowment for the Forum

For more than 12 years, Ambassador Ross played the leading role in shaping U.S. involvement in the Middle East peace process, authoring the only peace accords ever to be implemented in the region. Ambassador Ross will delve into the struggle to bring peace to the Middle East, including how to deal with Islamic extremists and how the Israeli-Palestinian crisis relates to Iraq, Iran and the entire Middle East arena.

Program begins at 3:00 p.m.

December 7 - Jeffrey Toobin
The Nine

Sponsored by Horizon Bank

Heralded by the New York Times as one of the 10 best books of 2007, Jeffrey Toobin’s “The Nine” provides an inside look at the workings of the Supreme Court. Having been given unprecedented access to the “Supremes,” as the justices are called, Mr. Toobin’s insights into the often mysterious workings of our highest judicial body and its members provide never before released information for his audiences. Toobin has been called “a very serious speaker with a great sense of humor“ and has delighted audiences across the country and across the political spectrum. A book signing will follow the program.

Program begins at 7:30 p.m.