Students from four nations, boosted by Seton Hall’s hosting, bring energy to NHI’s American LDZ program
Debuting at Seton Hall University this summer, the 2026 edition of the American LDZ brought together nearly 140 students from four nations for the East Coast edition of NHI’s flagship program, modeled after the federal government to provide lessons in public policymaking for future leaders. “Returning to a Northeast program was particularly special to me. […]
2026 Midwest Great Debate students come together to fulfills its theme of ‘crafting a vision’
The 2026 Midwest Great Debate brought close to 80 students together — from México, Guatemala, and the Dominican Republic, as well as a Chicago-area contingent principally representing the U.S. — for a six-day competition at Augustana College, one of NHI’s most established host institution partners. “This year’s theme, ‘Crafting a Vision,’ truly came to life throughout […]
Texas Ambassador Great Debate adds new Mexico team, inspires growth and leadership for its large cohort
The 2026 Texas Ambassador Great Debate, held June 27-30 at St. Mary’s University in San Antonio, brought together more than 170 students, assembled into nine different teams representing Texan and Mexican regions prior to the four-day competition. This year’s was a first for NHI’s Texas-hosted Four-Day Great Debates in that two teams from Mexico — hailing […]
