The Climate Conscious Conference aims to provide a learning platform about the ways in which climate change disproportionately affects vulnerable populations, emphasizing the intersection of environmental issues with social justice, economic inequality, equity, and human rights. The conference will make connections across stakeholders in academia, NGOs, and government agencies and highlight the efforts of graduate student groups in the Korbel School of International Studies. The scholars and experts invited to this conference will have multidisciplinary backgrounds to provide unique perspectives on the intersectional nature of climate change issues and their global impact.

*If you register to attend, please let us know what your dietary restrictions are, if any.

Day 1, May 1st, 2025 (Thursday)
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2:30 PM - 3:10 PM
Arrival and Registration
Location: Sie Complex, Room 5025, Maglione Hall​

3:10 PM - 3:15 PM
CCC Opening Remarks

3.15 PM-3.20 PM
Dean Frederick Mayer's Welcome Speech

3.15 PM-3.40 PM
Keynote Speaker Introduction and Presentation

3:40 PM-3:50 PM
Presentation by CDPHE (Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment)

3:50 PM-4:00 PM
Q&A session

4.00 PM-5.00 PM
Opening Plenary: Climate as a Threat Multiplier
Location: Sie Complex, Room 5025, Maglione Hall, 2201 S Gaylord St.

5.00 PM-7.00 PM
Networking (Dinner will be served)

Day 2, May 2nd, 2025 (Friday)

8:00 AM- 9:00 AM
Breakfast

9:00 AM-10:15 AM
Plenary II: Rewriting the Script: Transforming masculine norms to address the climate crisis
Location: Sie Complex, Room 5025, Maglione Hall, 2201 S Gaylord St.

10:15-10:30 AM
Coffee Break

10:30 AM-11:45 AM
Plenary III: Religious Perspectives on Environmental Crisis
Location: Sie Complex, Room 5025, Maglione Hall, 2201 S Gaylord St.

11:45 AM-12:30 PM
Lunch Break

12:30 PM-1:45 PM
Research Presentations

2:00 PM-3:30 PM
Breakout Sessions
Social Justice Solidarity: Community As Preparedness, Sie1020
Conflict Engagement and Resolution Institute: Climate Conference Discussion, Sie1150
Sustainability and Human Health: Collective Impact Cohort, Sie2015
CDPHE, Sie3015

3:30 PM-4:45 PM
Plenary IV: Money Talks, But Can It Save The Planet
Location: Sie Complex, Room 5025, Maglione Hall, 2201 S Gaylord St.

4:45 PM-5:20 PM
Closing speeches

5:30 PM-7:30 PM
Social Hour and Appetizers

Each quarter, Dean Mayer hosts an informal meal with students where you can discuss the topics that matter most to you. This is your chance to engage directly with the Dean and your fellow students in meaningful conversation. Don’t miss it!

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Hear from Dr. Fricke, a seasoned human rights lawyer, who will share her extensive work aiding civilian organizations in conflict zones. Drawing from her recent engagements in Syria, Yemen, and Sudan, she will offer insights into the complexities of regional conflicts and the significance of civilian agency in peacebuilding efforts.

This event is open to all students, faculty, and community members. Food will be served.

Join us for a conversation with Gazan Analyst and Peacemaker, Ahmed Fouad Alkhatib. Alkhatib is also a resident senior fellow at the Atlantic Council.

Food will be served.

Join us on Earth Day for interactive workshops with experts from Eco-Cycle and Compost Colorado—learn practical tips on going zero waste, recycling right, and composting like a pro.

Food will be provided.

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Summer Quarter 2025 ends. For the University of Denver's full academic calendar, please visit this link.

University observed holiday — no classes will be held. For the University of Denver's full academic calendar, please visit this link.

University observed holiday — no classes will be held. For the University of Denver's full academic calendar, please visit this link.

Summer Quarter 2025 begins. For the University of Denver's full academic calendar, please visit this link.