Hello John,

I’m thrilled to invite you to ISI’s annual Homecoming Weekend at our beautiful campus in Delaware’s Brandywine Valley on September 19–20, 2025. Each year, Homecoming brings together our vibrant community of alumni, professors, and friends to mark the start of the new academic season and reflect on the enduring ideas that shape our civilization.

This year, we will explore the theme Golden Age Mindset: How to Restore Western Civilization in a single, immersive roundtable discussion featuring some of the most influential thinkers in the conservative movement: Philip Blond, Johnny Burtka, Rod Dreher, Michael Gibson, Mary Harrington, Dan McCarthy, Nathan Pinkoski, Kevin Roberts, and Justin Shubow.

The festivities begin Friday evening with dinner and cocktails, live music, a bonfire, and our Top 20 Under 30 Award Ceremony. On Saturday, we’ll honor our Lifetime Achievement Award recipient and Collegiate Network Fellows before diving into the roundtable on civilizational renewal. After the discussion, guests can network with like-minded peers over a BBQ lunch.

Connections made at ISI’s Homecoming event have led to professional opportunities in media, government, and even investment in a startup company that went on to become wildly successful. Whether you’re seeking new friendships or strategic contacts, you’ll meet familiar faces and fresh talent from a variety of industries.

Tickets are $150 and include all meals and activities. A discounted $50 ticket is available for guests under 30. Select the $150 General Admission ticket option and follow the prompts during checkout to access the lower rate.