Dominican and the Institute for Leadership Studies (ILS) continue to be conveners of thinkers and disseminators of new ideas and best practices, made available to our broader Bay Area community.
The Leadership Lecture Series, in partnership with Book Passage, actively engages the community on topics related to individual, organizational and/or social change inspired by effective leadership from the domains of arts and sciences, business, entertainment, literature, pop culture, politics, and government.
Our Sponsors
Dominican is grateful for the generous support of our sponsors.
- Presented by: Institute for Leadership Studies and Book Passage
- Silver sponsor(s): Women, Leadership and Philanthropy Council (WLPC)
A range of sponsorship levels are available to help elevate your organization’s profile in the community. Please contact us for opportunities.
Spring 2026 Lecture Series
Dominican University of California's Institute for Leadership Studies and Book Passage proudly present the spring 2026 Lecture Series:
- Jon Meacham, "The Soul of America"
Date: Sunday, February 22, 2026
Time: 7–8 p.m. PDT
Location: Angelico Concert Hall
Dominican University of California
Jon Meacham Tickets Available Soon! - Michael Pollan, "A World Appears: A Journey Into Consciousness"
Date: Thursday, April 2, 2026
Time: 7–8 p.m. PDT
Location: Angelico Concert Hall
Dominican University of California
Michael Pollan Tickets HERE - Kate Bowler, "Joyful, Anyway"
Date: Thursday, April 23, 2026
Time: 7–8 p.m. PDT
Location: Angelico Concert Hall
Dominican University of California
Kate Bowler TicketS AVailable soon!
