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Notice
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Due to COVID-19, Acton University 2020 will be replaced with a one-day, live and interactive digital experience! If you would like to receive updates about this, and other new virtual learning opportunities from the Acton Institute, please sign-up using the button above or in the site footer.
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Come build the foundations of freedom with us. At Acton University, explore the intersection between faith and free markets.
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Acton University is not your typical conference. It’s a four-day celebration with 1,000 of your newest liberty loving friends from all over the world. Each day is packed with thought-provoking presentations on the intellectual foundations of a free society. Sharpen your intellect. Expand your worldview. Explore theology, philosophy, business, development, and market-based economics at the most unique conference in the liberty movement.
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Our Speakers
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Our Speakers
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We’re bringing together some of the world’s leading thinkers and teachers in theology, economics, philosophy, development, business, and intellectual history. Acton University faculty will challenge and inspire you.
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We’ve got a great Acton University in store for you!
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We’ve got a great Acton University in store for you!
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What our alumni are saying
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What our alumni are saying
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Acton University is more than a conference. The ideas you learn here shape your future thinking and action. The people you meet here become part of your journey—as mentors, friends, collaborators, and partners in promoting a free and virtuous society.
"AU has caused me to ask questions in a way that I had not considered before. This was absolutely AWESOME!"
Lawrence N.
"This is a premiere event. I work my personal calendar around this conference each year."
Jon K.
"This is a premiere event. I work my personal calendar around this conference each year."
Jon K.
"I am shocked that I had no idea just how powerful this experience would be for me. A much needed intellectual retreat."