Founded in 1933, the Norfolk Forum is one of the nation's oldest continuous public lecture series. For more than 80 years, the Forum has hosted a diverse slate of internationally known and eminent figures speaking to current cultural, literary, and governmental issues.
As a sponsor of the Norfolk Forum, the Batten Honors College offers scholars the opportunity to hear directly from world leaders, authors, scientists, and professionals — the kind of access that simply doesn't happen in a classroom.
Each year, the BHC selects students to attend each of the four lectures offered as part of the Norfolk Forum season. Students are chosen through a competitive process overseen by the Dean of the Batten Honors College.
A Legacy of Remarkable Voices
The Norfolk Forum has welcomed some of the most influential figures of the past century. A few of the many esteemed individuals to have graced the Forum stage: