In 1998, Dallas Willard presented a lecture titled "The Redemption of Reason" at Biola University. This lecture is of great value as a starting point in the broader discussion about the interplay between faith and reason, and it serves as the impetus for this conference: "Redeeming Reason: Intentional Christian Scholars in Conversation with the Secular Mindset Today."

For Dr. Willard the "redemption of reason" is an ongoing task and the constant responsibility of Jesus' disciples. He will develop this topic as the conference's keynote speaker, joined by several others, including:

• Albert Alschuler, professor at the University of Chicago Law School
• Charles Emmerich, professor of political science at Trinity Christian College
• Susan Emmerich, who teaches biology and environmental science at Trinity Christian College
• Philip Gleason, professor emeritus in history at the University of Notre Dame
• Paul Griffiths, Schmitt Professor of Catholic Studies at the University of Illinois at Chicago
• George Marsden, professor of history the University of Notre Dame
• Cornelius Plantinga, president of Calvin Theological Seminary

Scholarships Available

If you're a graduate student, scholarships are available! Any graduate student who registers before October 14, 2005, will receive a scholarship that reduces the cost from $75 to $30 (without lunches included) or $45 (with lunches included). All you need to do is request the reduced graduate-student rate in the "Special Instructions" box on the registration form.

For more information, visit the conference web site.