As the days fly by, an important deadline is fast approaching! March 1st is your last chance to take advantage of Early Bird tuition for The Great Connections Seminar 2025—and it’s also the date of our next Reliance Day in Chicago. If you’ve been considering either of these transformative learning experiences, now is the time to act!
Both of them want to come back again and again, all the way from Colombia!
Secure Your Spot at The Great Connections Seminar
Each year, The Great Connections Seminar brings together young minds eager to challenge their thinking, develop intellectual independence, and grow into leaders. This summer’s seminar, running from July 26 to August 2, 2025, in Chicago, will focus on the theme “Reason and Free Will.”
At the seminar, you’ll engage in:
✅ Socratic discussions on profound texts by great thinkers like Aristotle, Ayn Rand, and John Locke.
✅ Exploration of big ideas in philosophy, science, and politics, helping you connect them to real-life challenges.
✅ Workshops that develop practical skills, from critical thinking to writing and public speaking.
✅ Immersive experiences in art, architecture, and history, bringing intellectual exploration into the real world.
✅ Collaborations with experts and peers, forming lifelong connections with individuals who value independence and reason.
The impact of this program is undeniable. Past participants describe it as “life-changing”—a place where they’ve gained clarity in their thinking, confidence in their reasoning, and a stronger sense of purpose.
💡 Early Bird Tuition: Only $400 if you register by March 1st! After that, tuition increases to $800. Don’t miss this opportunity to get in at the best rate!
🔗 Register now: www.reliancecollege.org/seminar
Experience Reliance Day in Chicago on March 1st
If you’re eager to experience Reliance College’s unique educational approach in a single day, then join us for Reliance Day in Chicago on March 1st at the Union League Club. This one-day event gives you a taste of the independence-driven learning experience that defines both Reliance College and The Great Connections Seminar.
What to Expect at Reliance Day Chicago:
🕘 9:00 AM – Welcome & Introductions
📜 9:30 AM – Socratic Discussion on the Pledge of Allegiance – Explore its meaning, purpose, and implications for freedom.
📖 10:45 AM – Socratic Discussion on a Selection from Plato’s Meno – What is knowledge, and how do we acquire it?
🍽 12:30 PM – Lunch & Talk on the Benefits of Reliance College and The Great Connections Seminar – Learn how these programs foster autonomy, reason, and leadership.
🎨 1:15 PM – Understanding Art Firsthand Activity – Develop your ability to see and think critically through art.
🎓 2:30 PM – Socratic Discussion on “What is Education?” – Challenge your assumptions about learning and schooling.
💬 4:00 PM – Q&A Session – Get your questions answered about Reliance College, The Great Connections Seminar, and more.
Reliance Days are one-day, high-impact experiences where you’ll engage in thought-provoking discussions, just like the 400+ students who have attended over the past 15 years. The method of learning at Reliance College isn’t passive—it’s dynamic, interactive, and rooted in Montessori principles and Great Books learning.
💡 Rated 4.9/5 by past participants, Reliance Days have inspired lasting intellectual and personal transformation.
📍 Location: Union League Club, Chicago
⏳ Time: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
💲 Admission: Free (Donations welcome to keep these events accessible)
🔗 Reserve your spot today: www.reliancecollege.org/reliance-days
Why These Programs Matter
Whether you join us for a single day or a full week, Reliance College’s educational approach is designed to cultivate autonomy, critical thinking, and leadership. Both Reliance Day and The Great Connections Seminar aim to:
✅ Foster independent reasoning through open-ended discussions on great ideas.
✅ Encourage self-reliance by equipping students with tools to think for themselves.
✅ Provide real-world applications of philosophy, politics, and science to help students shape their futures.
In today’s world, where many educational institutions emphasize obedience over critical thinking, Reliance College offers something different—a place where young minds are trained to lead, question, and innovate.
Don’t Wait—Act Now!
March 1st is the key deadline! Whether you want to take advantage of Early Bird tuition for The Great Connections Seminar or attend Reliance Day in Chicago, this is your last chance to register at the best rates.
Opportunities like these don’t come often. Secure your spot today and invest in your intellectual future!
👉 Register for The Great Connections Seminar: www.reliancecollege.org/seminar
👉 Sign up for Reliance Day Chicago: www.reliancecollege.org/reliance-days
We look forward to seeing you there!
