Join us for a dinner and meaningful conversation at The Longest Table! A civic dialogue event featuring (you guessed it) a long table and guided discussion, The Longest Table has taken place in communities across the US.

This year, WashU will host its third annual Longest Table event to foster community at WashU and to kick off the Gephardt Institute’s weekly civic dialogue and learning events, Civic Cafe. 

Create new community connections and engage with others — The Longest Table brings together people with diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and interests not just to share a meal but to envision ideas for social change and build relationships that support working towards a shared vision. Attendees will join a table, and Gephardt Institute staff and our campus partners will serve as dialogue facilitators to create an intentional, supportive, and creative space. We recommend sitting with people you don’t already know for the best experience. 

Advanced registration is preferred, but walk-ins are welcome too! Registration information will be available by July 31, 2025.