• What is the moral basis for the free market?
• How do individual rights function in a capitalist society?
• What does the history of capitalism teach us about its moral basis?
• How is Ayn Rand’s view of capitalism unique?

The Clemson Institute for the Study of Capitalism is pleased to announce its first summer conference for college students. We invite you to join us for an exciting program of lectures, seminars, and discussions from June 1-5, 2007.

Exciting Programs
Students will participate in an intensive and exciting program exploring the moral foundations of capitalism and Ayn Rand’s novel Atlas Shrugged. Students will attend lectures, participate in small-group seminar-style discussions, and question and answer sessions. Outside of class, students can relax and socialize on Clemson’s campus. Evening activities will include an Atlas Shrugged casting party, a barbecue dinner, and a career advice discussion.

Full Scholarships Available
The Clemson Institute will be accepting twenty undergraduate students to participate in the summer program on full scholarships. All housing and meals will be provided on the campus of Clemson University. Attending students are eligible for up to $450 for travel. Reading materials will be provided.

Application Information
Direct any questions about the conference or our programs to edan@clemson.edu. To apply to the Clemson Institute’s Summer Conference, simply download and fill out the application form (CISC app.doc) and return it by March 5, 2007 to edan@clemson.edu or via postal mail at:
     Clemson Institute for the Study of Capitalism
     Summer Conference
     165 Sirrine Hall — Box 341310
     Clemson, SC 29634-1310

Faculty

The Clemson Institute has assembled a faculty of leading scholars and teachers who study the moral foundations of capitalism, specializing in fields ranging from history and literature to philosophy, political science, and economics. Our faculty join students for meals and interact with them outside of class for informal discussions and questions.

Andrew Bernstein, Ph.D., Visiting Professor, Marist College

Yaron Brook, Ph.D.
Executive Director, The Ayn Rand Institute

Eric Daniels, Ph.D., Visiting Scholar, Clemson University

Onkar Ghate, Ph.D.
Senior Fellow, The Ayn Rand Institute