Community members are invited to hear interfaith leader and educator Eboo Patel at College of DuPage’s Presidential Lecture Series on Wednesday, April 15, in Belushi Performance Hall at the McAninch Arts Center, 425 Fawell Blvd., Glen Ellyn. Networking and light refreshments begin at 12:30 p.m., followed by the free lecture at 1:00 p.m.

Patel is founder and president of Interfaith America, a Chicago-based national nonprofit built on the idea that faith can serve as a bridge for cooperation rather than a barrier of division. Named “one of America’s best leaders” by U.S. News & World Report, Patel has worked with universities, governments, corporations and civic organizations to help them unlock the potential of America’s religious diversity.

Patel also served on President Barack Obama’s inaugural Advisory Council on Faith-Based and Neighborhood Partnerships. He has delivered hundreds of keynote addresses and authored five books, including “We Need to Build: Field Notes for Diverse Democracy.” A Rhodes Scholar and Ashoka Fellow, Patel earned a doctorate in the sociology of religion from the University of Oxford.

Designed to advance COD’s commitment to a culture of care and belonging, the Presidential Lecture Series brings together expert speakers, thought leaders and innovators to share insights on the trends, challenges and opportunities shaping the future of higher education.

RSVP for Patel’s lecture.

For questions, please contact the Office of Organizational Development at carpenterd2871@cod.edu.