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Experiencing the power of different perspectives
Part of our Civic Gym platform, the Unify Challenge (formerly known as the College Bowl) is a virtual intercollegiate event where thousands of students are paired into one-on-one conversations across differences.
For about one hour, student pairs discuss 15-20 hot-button issues like mental health, gun laws, immigration, and free speech on campus. Students share their points of view, find common ground, and discover that they can have a respectful conversation without conflict.
Held three times each year (Fall, Spring, and Summer), the Unify Challenge is rated highly by students and educators.
Summer 2025 College Bowl
June 17, July 9 & July 17
Two time slots each day
Topic: Social Media & Mental Health
This registration is for faculty/staff.
Are you a student? Click here.
Fall 2025 Unify Challenge Dates
September 23, 24, 25, and 30
October 1, 3, and 6
the average rating
from student participants
(on a scale of 1 to 10)
of students say they would like to stay in touch with their partner post-event
of students now feel
more comfortable having conversations with people
who hold different views
of students now feel
more confident discussing complex issues with people who hold different views
Data from Summer 2025 Unify Challenge surveys
From Alaska to Florida, students rise to the Challenge
When students dive into the Unify Challenge, they meet face-to-face with a fellow student who they might never get to know in real life. Our Unify Challenge partners include traditional four-year colleges and universities, military academies, community colleges, religious private schools, and HBCUs.
Hover or tap on the yellow stars below to hear what students have to say.
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The Unify Challenge gets high marks
Across many disciplines and fields of study, professors and collegiate leaders integrate the the Unify Challenge (formerly known as the College Bowl) into their course work to foster civic skill development. In fact, 99% of educators would recommend the program.
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University of North Dakota Students Tackle Political Divides
Learn how the University of North Dakota implemented the Unify Challenge (formerly known as the College Bowl) across all disciplines to deliver a powerful civic learning experience for its students.
