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Peace Corps Application Workshop - 4/8 2-3pm

Puttroff, Monty (Exchange) — Wed, 01 Apr 2026 20:00:00 +0000

Peace Corps Application Workshop - 4/8 2-3pm Puttroff, Mont… Wed, 04/01/2026 - 14:00

[CU Events Calendar] Looking to stand out from the rest on your Peace Corps application? Attend a virtual workshop to find the right program, browse volunteer opportunities, and make your application shine.

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Find Success in Your Internship! - 4/7 1-2pm

Puttroff, Monty (Exchange) — Tue, 31 Mar 2026 20:00:00 +0000

Find Success in Your Internship! - 4/7 1-2pm Puttroff, Mont… Tue, 03/31/2026 - 14:00

[CU Events Calendar] As many students begin or plan to begin internships, CU wants students to be aware of the resources available for students to maximize their opportunities. This will be the first of three workshops designed to help students boost professional growth, build real skills, and overall make the most of their internships.

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Conference on World Affairs - Featured Sessions for IAFS Students

Puttroff, Monty (Exchange) — Mon, 30 Mar 2026 20:53:15 +0000

Conference on World Affairs - Featured Sessions for IAFS Students Puttroff, Mont… Mon, 03/30/2026 - 14:53

The Conference on World Affairs (CWA) returns to CU Boulder with an exciting lineup of discussions tackling today’s most pressing global issues. From democracy and nationalism to shifting geopolitical power and global development, these sessions offer students a unique opportunity to engage with experts, ask questions, and explore international affairs in real time.

Below are highlighted sessions organized by day. Be sure to plan ahead and attend the conversations that interest you most!

Tuesday, April 14, 2026

You're Saying There's a Chance: Building a Brighter Future for the World

2:00PM - 3:10PM | Limelight Flatiron 1

What can the human race do to save ourselves from war, climate change, population decline and AI?

Speakers: Azadeh Khalili, Kevin Kuruc, Scott Sherman

How to Lose a Democracy in 10 Days

3:30PM - 4:40PM | Limelight Flatiron 2

An analysis of the processes enabling global democratic backsliding, modern authoritarianism and what can be done to stop it.

Speakers: John Heffernan, Joshua A. Levy, Srdja Popovic

Wednesday, April 15, 2026

Flags, Borders and Belonging: The Politics of Nationalism

9:00AM - 10:10AM | Limelight Flatiron 1

How are countries protecting their national identity in an increasingly globalized world?

Speakers: Ernesto Araújo, Joe Cirincione, Natasha Lindstaedt, Marco Messina

Africa: Opportunity in the World's Richest Continent

9:00AM - 10:10AM | Limelight Flatiron 4

How is the the world of international business reshaping the African continent?

Speakers: Aboubakr Jamai Berraoui, Azadeh Khalili, Luvuyo Rani, Lizzy Shackelford

Population Decline: Crisis or Cure?

11:15AM - 12:25PM | Limelight Flatiron 4

Examine who holds AI responsibility and how policy, institutions and public trust are evolving as the rules continue to take shape.

Speakers: Asher Jay, Sofia Romansky, Sheila Warren, Ling Xin

From Rubble to Reconstruction: What Comes Next?

2:30PM - 3:40PM | Limelight Flatiron 4

How societies coming out of a period of violent conflict can recover and rebuild successful governments.

Speakers: Meghna Guhathakurta, Laura I Harder, John Heffernan, Luvuyo Rani

Risk-y Business: The Strategic Game of Geopolitical Conquests

4:00PM - 5:10PM | Limelight Flatiron 1

Examine how shifting global power dynamics affect security, economies and everyday life, and why it matters now more than ever.

Speakers: Ernesto Araújo, Paul Bierman, János Zoltán Csák, Dr. Meghna Guhathakurta

Thursday, April 16, 2026

Is Anyone Out There: Are Non-Profits Facing Extinction?

11:00AM - 12:10PM | Limelight Flatiron 4

Roundtable: When the government retreats and the community falters, can the nonprofit safety net catch us?

Speakers: Devon Gray, Dr. Kerry Magro, Alexa Mohsenzadeh, Luvuyo Rani, Lynn Warshafsky

The World's Last Group Project: Are Intergovernmental Organizations Still Relevant?

11:00AM - 12:10PM | Limelight Flatiron 1

Exploring the ways power politics are reshaping international interactions in the 21st century.

Speakers: János Zoltán Csák, Lizzy Shackelford, Lorraine Voles

Shifting World Order: Geopolitics in a New Era

2:45PM - 3:55PM | Boulder High School

This panel will address how international relations and alliances are being redefined in a time of rapid change and global conflict.

Speakers: Aboubakr Jamai Berraoui, Paul Bierman, Professor Patrick J. Deneen, Natasha Lindstaedt

Many of the events this year will be held at the Limelight Hotel, located on the corner of Broadway and University Avenue.

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IAFS is Sponsoring the 2026 Conference on World Affairs!

Puttroff, Monty (Exchange) — Thu, 26 Mar 2026 20:25:59 +0000

IAFS is Sponsoring the 2026 Conference on World Affairs! Puttroff, Mont… Thu, 03/26/2026 - 14:25

The International Affairs Program (IAFS) at CU Boulder is proud to sponsor the 2026 Conference on World Affairs (CWA), one of the university’s most dynamic and globally focused annual events. This partnership highlights IAFS’s commitment to connecting students with real-world conversations on today’s most pressing international issues.

IAFS and CWA share a strong foundation in global engagement, student leadership, and experiential learning. By sponsoring CWA, IAFS helps expand opportunities for students to engage directly with policymakers, scholars, journalists, and professionals from around the world. This collaboration strengthens the bridge between classroom learning and real-world global dialogue.

This year marks the 78th Annual Conference on World Affairs, kicking off the university's 150th Anniversary celebration. Speakers for this event include prominent figures such as 21st President of CU, George Hanks "Hank" Brown, newly instated Director of Athletics Fernando Lovo, and renowned activist Malala Yousafzai as the closing speaker.

"The Conference on World Affairs allows students who are interested in the world’s most pressing topics to be introduced to perspectives they might not otherwise hear in Boulder. CWA does this by bringing the world to Boulder,” Luca Scuriatti (IAFS student and CWA Student Programming Co-Chair).

We highly encourage all students to get involved with CWA this year, this event offers students a unique opportunity to attend panels, ask questions, and participate in conversations shaping international affairs today. Whether you're interested in politics, global development, economics, or cultural issues, CWA provides valuable insight and networking opportunities.

Please note: while CWA is free and open to the public, tickets are required to see Malala. Unfortunately, tickets have sold out at this time.

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CU Boulder All Industries Just In Time Career & Internship Fair Spring 2026

Puttroff, Monty (Exchange) — Thu, 19 Mar 2026 17:00:00 +0000

CU Boulder All Industries Just In Time Career & Internship Fair Spring 2026 Puttroff, Mont… Thu, 03/19/2026 - 11:00

[Handshake] Attend the All Industries Just In Time Career & Internship Fair on April 2! Employers will be recruiting for internships, part time, and full time positions, and students from all experience levels are welcome to attend. Make sure to register and check out which employers will be in attendance through the Handshake event post!

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The Reshoring Trap and Inequality: Can Technology Transfer Survive Automation? (Bill Kellogg Discussion Series)

Puttroff, Monty (Exchange) — Mon, 16 Mar 2026 19:00:00 +0000

The Reshoring Trap and Inequality: Can Technology Transfer Survive Automation? (Bill Kellogg Discussion Series) Puttroff, Mont… Mon, 03/16/2026 - 13:00

[humantix.com] Join UNA-BC at the Boulder Public Library on Thursday, March 19th at 1:30-3 PM for a Bill Kellogg Discussion featuring Dr. Jonathan Moyer, the director of the Frederick S. Pardee Institute for International Futures and an Associate Professor at the University of Denver. Optional RSVP and more information available through the link.

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The Literary and the Nuclear: Thinking Wartime through Manga, Fiction, Art, and Translation - 3/11 5:30pm

Puttroff, Monty (Exchange) — Fri, 06 Mar 2026 22:00:00 +0000

The Literary and the Nuclear: Thinking Wartime through Manga, Fiction, Art, and Translation - 3/11 5:30pm Puttroff, Mont… Fri, 03/06/2026 - 15:00

[CU Events Calendar] Join the Asian Languages and Civilizations department on 3/11 for "The Literary and the Nuclear", and learn about how storytelling and translation highlight the history of the nuclear age.

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Find Success in Your Internship! - 3/5 1-2pm

Puttroff, Monty (Exchange) — Wed, 04 Mar 2026 21:28:01 +0000

Find Success in Your Internship! - 3/5 1-2pm Puttroff, Mont… Wed, 03/04/2026 - 14:28

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Peace Corps Information Session - 3/10 3-4pm

Puttroff, Monty (Exchange) — Thu, 26 Feb 2026 21:39:05 +0000

Peace Corps Information Session - 3/10 3-4pm Puttroff, Mont… Thu, 02/26/2026 - 14:39

[CU Events Calendar] Serving in the Peace Corps is a great way to immerse yourself in a new experience -- building relationships, exchanging cultures and knowledge, and helping transform lives for generations.

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Life In The Peace Corps - 2/24 2-3pm

Puttroff, Monty (Exchange) — Fri, 20 Feb 2026 20:00:00 +0000

Life In The Peace Corps - 2/24 2-3pm Puttroff, Mont… Fri, 02/20/2026 - 13:00

[CU Events Calendar] Looking to hear a real testimony of what life in the Peace Corps is like? Attend this event on 2/24 to hear from current volunteer Ava-Rae Resnik about her journey volunteering in Paraguay.

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