Ashland University

Ashland University is a mid-sized teaching-oriented university, located halfway between halfway between [[Columbus, Ohio and Cleveland, Ohio. Its core value statement "affirms Judeo-Christian values as a core element of the University's institutional identity, emphasizing faith in God, moral integrity, and respect for the value of each person in a community of learning. It also emphasizes character formation, academic freedom and excellence in teaching." Founded in 1878m is associated with the Brethren Church, it offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate majors, as well as a theological seminary.

On the campus is the John M. Ashbrook Center for Public Affairs, headed by Peter Schramm. Its goal is "renewing the foundations of civic education in America by reinvigorating the serious study of the principles of American liberty and self-government". The Center's blog is No Left Turns, suggesting an ideological bent.