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What is the Marshall Institute for Ethical Thought and Action?

The Marshall Institute helps students develop ethical reasoning, critical thinking, and respectful dialogue through Ethics Bowls, school workshops, and internships.

What is an Ethics Bowl?

An Ethics Bowl brings students together to discuss real-world ethical dilemmas. Teams explain their reasoning, consider different perspectives, and respond to questions from other students and judges. Unlike other debate styles, during an ethics bowl students are not assigned opposing positions. They defend conclusions they consider reasonable and are evaluated on the quality of their reasoning and their respectful engagement with others.

How can my high school work with the Institute?

As an educational institute, we work with high schools to strengthen ethical reasoning and thoughtful discussion. Contact us to arrange workshops in ethics, logic, and argument development, or to learn how we can help your students prepare for an Ethics Bowl. Email jessej@ethics-institute.org to discuss your school’s interests and workshop availability.

What do the school workshops cover?

Workshops introduce ethics, logic, and writing. Students practice developing arguments, examining assumptions, and discussing ethical questions. Workshops also help schools prepare for Ethics Bowl competitions.

What do Institute interns do?

Interns participate in training on ethics, logic, and civil dialogue. They help develop and lead high school workshops, recruit volunteers, and prepare to serve as Ethics Bowl judges. Interns also support Institute projects, including research, communications, and event planning.

Can interns receive academic credit?

Students may earn academic credit through their college or university. Credit depends on their institution’s approval and requirements. Students should coordinate with their academic advisor and the Institute before beginning the internship.

How can I volunteer?

Volunteers can judge student presentations, moderate Ethics Bowl rounds, or help with registration and event logistics. Contact the Institute to discuss available roles and the preparation needed for each.

Our Programs

Applied Ethics Internship Program

The Internship Program offered by the Institute awards college credit towards the student's major. Our Interns train all year to be qualified, and confident volunteer Judges for the Annual High School Ethics Bowl!

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Ethics Bowls

The Ethics Bowl is a inter-generational event that fosters critical thinking and challenges ideas among high school students. The Ethics Bowl allows for people to formulate their thoughts and articulate their positions on any given contemporary issue.

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High School Workshops

The Ethics & Logic Workshop is an initiative to have Manhattanville alumni and undergraduate students lead high schools in Socratic Dialogue and the key elements in formulating arguments.

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The Marshall Institute for Ethical Thought & Action

The Marshall Institute for Ethical Thought & Action

FAQS

What is the Marshall Institute for Ethical Thought and Action?

What is an Ethics Bowl?

How can my high school work with the Institute?

What do the school workshops cover?

What do Institute interns do?

Can interns receive academic credit?

How can I volunteer?

Our Programs

Applied Ethics Internship Program

Ethics Bowls

High School Workshops

2026 New York City Regional High School Ethics Bowl - PRESS RELEASE

The Marshall Institute for Ethical Thought & Action

The Marshall Institute for Ethical Thought & Action

FAQS

What is the Marshall Institute for Ethical Thought and Action?

What is an Ethics Bowl?

How can my high school work with the Institute?

What do the school workshops cover?

What do Institute interns do?

Can interns receive academic credit?

How can I volunteer?

Our Programs

Applied Ethics Internship Program

Ethics Bowls

High School Workshops

2026 New York City Regional High School Ethics Bowl - PRESS RELEASE

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