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Scarlet Policy Circle

Campus:	Columbus
Status:	Active - Established
Purpose Statement:	The Scarlet Policy Circle is an academic campus organization inspired by the work of the Washington, D.C.-based think tank, the American Enterprise Institute (AEI), which aims to “defend the principles and improve the institutions of American freedom and democratic capitalism." We host traveling scholars from AEI to present their research and lead small-group discussions on topics such as defense and foreign policy, economic policy, political accountability, and other current events. Our regular meetings feature presentations on current events, open discussions, and interactive activities designed to encourage civil discourse and the challenging of ideas. In addition to these meetings, we host a semester-long reading group—sometimes in partnership with other organizations—providing members with free copies of books to read and discuss together. Past selections include Where Have All the Democrats Gone? by John Judis and Ruy Teixeira, Getting China Wrong by Aaron Friedberg, and The Logic of American Nuclear Strategy by Matthew Kroenig.
Primary Leader:	Julian Yetsky
Secondary Leader:	James Kolak
Treasurer Leader:	Elyse Langton
Advisor:	Melinda Ritchie
Instagram:	https://www.instagram.com/scarletpolicycircle?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==
Website:	Not Listed
Primary Type:	Special Interest
Secondary Types:	Awareness/Activism Governance Organizations Academic/College
Primary Make Up:	Undergraduate
Constitution:	SPC 2026 Constitution.pdf
Meeting Time and Place:	Monday, 6:00-7:00 pm Columbus, OH 43210
Office Location:	1739 N. High Street Columbus, OH 43210
Membership Type:	Open Membership
Membership Contact:	James Kolak \| kolak.2@osu.edu Link to GroupMe: https://groupme.com/join_group/95649437/C7WPZ6Ih Or by direct message to the @scarletpolicycircle Instagram account
Time of Year for New Membership:	Any time of the year
How does a Prospective Member Apply:	Prospective members are welcome to attend any meeting. Those who regularly participate can provide their email address to be added to our membership roster. To be recognized as an official member by The Ohio State University, individuals must attend at least 60 percent of general body meetings in a semester.
Charge Dues:	No