Dr. Ben Carson to Deliver Free Public Lecture at UW–Madison November 9
Former HUD secretary and renowned neurosurgeon to discuss his career in public service and take audience questions
MADISON, Wis. — Dr. Ben Carson, renowned neurosurgeon, bestselling author, former presidential candidate and former U.S. Secretary of Housing and Urban Development, will deliver a public lecture at 6 p.m. Monday, November 9, 2026, in Varsity Hall II at Union South on the University of Wisconsin–Madison campus.
The lecture, “The American Dream is Alive,” is hosted by the Center for Research on the Wisconsin Economy and Young Americans for Freedom. Admission is free and open to the public.
Carson will reflect on his career in medicine and public service and discuss the principles that have shaped his work, including faith, personal responsibility and the American Dream. Following his remarks, attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions directly during a live audience Q&A.
Event Details:
Monday, November 9, 2026, at 6 p.m.
Varsity Hall II, Union South
1308 W. Dayton St., Madison, WI 53715
Free and open to the public
