“In discussing the “democratic ideal” of education, John Dewey argued that two fundamental traits combine the educational experience and democracy. The aim of education, he argued, is to “generate greater reliance upon the recognition of mutual interests” and “continuous readjustment through meeting new situations.” Building from this observation, the Center for Critical Democracy Studies seeks to build on Dewey's insights into education and democracy to pursue innovative pedagogical opportunities for students and faculty at AUP.”