LYCEUM 2025 THEME - REBUILDING THE COMMONS

Rebuilding the Commons: A Journey to Place and Purpose
The modern world has fractured our sense of community, disconnected us from nature, and eroded the shared spaces that once fostered belonging and purpose. From the design of our cities to the crises of loneliness and disengagement, the commons—the physical and social spaces where we find connection—have been neglected. This year, the Lyceum explores how we can restore these vital elements of our lives: rethinking our environments, reviving hospitality and shared responsibility, and reclaiming our place in the cosmos. Through dialogue and action, we aim to rediscover what it means to belong and thrive together.