The Josef Korbel School of Global and Public Affairs is proud to announce that it has joined the Network of Schools of Public Policy, Affairs, and Administration (NASPAA), a global association dedicated to advancing excellence in public service education.

For the Korbel School, NASPAA membership strengthens our connection to an international community focused on educating the next generation of public service leaders. Students will benefit from expanded opportunities to engage with peers from around the world through initiatives such as the Global Student Simulation Competition, as well as increased visibility within a network of leading public service institutions.

Membership also connects Korbel faculty and programs to a community dedicated to innovation in teaching, curriculum design, and professional development. By participating in this global network, the Korbel School continues to enhance opportunities for students to access career pathways, academic resources, and professional communities shaping the future of public policy and public affairs.

Joining the Network of Schools of Public Policy, Affairs, and Administration reflects the Korbel School’s ongoing commitment to preparing graduates with the analytical skills, global perspective, and practical understanding needed to serve communities and institutions around the world.

The Network of Schools of Public Policy, Affairs, and Administration is a nonprofit membership association representing more than 300 institutional members across 28 countries and serving more than 25,000 students worldwide. Through its global network, NASPAA brings together leading schools committed to preparing students for careers in public service, public policy, and public affairs.

Learn more about the Network of Schools of Public Policy, Affairs, and Administration:
https://www.naspaa.org/

Each quarter, Dean Mayer hosts an informal meal with students where you can discuss the topics that matter most to you. If you are a current graduate student at Korbel, this is your chance to engage directly with the Dean and your fellow students in meaningful conversation. Don’t miss it!

If you are an undergraduate student at Korbel, Dean Mayer will host another lunch with the Dean on February 4.

Each quarter, Dean Mayer hosts an informal meal with students where you can discuss the topics that matter most to you. If you are a current undergraduate student at Korbel, this is your chance to engage directly with the Dean and your fellow students in meaningful conversation. Don’t miss it!

If you are a graduate student at Korbel, Dean Mayer will host another lunch with the Dean on January 29.

This will be a signature event to celebrate the 65th anniversary of the Peace Corps and Korbel's and DU's commitment to service and character. It will highlight the agency's history and reinforce its role as an enduring model of people-to-people diplomacy in an era of declining foreign assistance. The event will also look to the future of the Peace Corps, emerging models of international volunteerism and the timeless skill of bridging across difference.

Join The Colorado Sun’s politics team to preview the 2026 Legislative Session with some of our state’s lawmakers. Topics will include what Coloradans can expect during the session surrounding politics and policy, as well as a focus on the budget deficit.

Colorado Sun’s Politics Reporter & Editor Jesse Paul will lead the conversation.

Speakers include:

• Gov. Jared Polis
• Senate Majority Leader Robert Rodriguez, D-Denver
• Colorado House Speaker Julie McCluskie, D-Dillon
• State Sen. Barbara Kirkmeyer, R-Brighton

More speakers to be announced

This event is free, but RSVPing is required. Questions for the speakers can be submitted to [email protected].

This event is sponsored by Colorado Education Association

Join us for the second conversation in our Dean's speaker series, featuring Colorado Congressman Jason Crow. Dean Fritz Mayer and Congressman Crow will sit down for a fireside chat to discuss an array of topics relating to current public and global affairs.

In the 20th century, the United States and the Soviet Union, the two remaining superpowers on Earth at the time, waged a Cold War for more than 40 years in which economic, political and military tactics tested the boundaries of warfare without ever coming into direct conflict. Today, the United States and China, are facing off on a different terrain, but the stakes couldn’t be higher. From low earth orbit to the lunar surface, Beijing, Washington and a host of others are on a potential collision course that could transform a conflict in space into a full-scale war on Earth. But a critical question remains: Is there still an opportunity to pull back from the brink, or will humanity go toppling over the edge?

Please join the Josef Korbel School and Bertelsmann Foundation for a screening of the documentary "Astropolitics," followed by an expert panel and Q&A on the geopolitical implications of space exploration. The film offers a compelling look at how space may become the next theater of conflict—or a new model for cooperation. The event begins with a reception at 5:00 pm and screening at 5:30 pm. The film runs approximately 60 minutes.

50% Graduate Tuition Discount

Denver, CO — The Josef Korbel School of Global and Public Affairs is proud to support those who serve by offering a 50% tuition scholarship and waived application fees to AmeriCorps alumni. This initiative honors the commitment and impact of individuals who have dedicated themselves to community-focused service through AmeriCorps and are now ready to take the next step in their public service journey.

Whether you’re continuing your service in the nonprofit sector, entering government, or expanding your impact in a new direction, Korbel provides the academic foundation and professional network to support your growth. Our programs in international affairs, public policy, development, and security equip students with the skills and perspectives needed to lead in a rapidly changing world. With this scholarship, we aim to make a world-class education more accessible to those who have already demonstrated their commitment to serving others.

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About the Josef Korbel School of Global and Public Affairs
The Korbel School at the University of Denver is the 12th-ranked program in the world to earn a master’s program in International Relations and the 20th-best place to pursue an undergraduate in International Studies by Foreign Policy. Located in Denver, Colorado, the Korbel School offers practical undergraduate and graduate degrees and certificate programs, allowing students to build skills to solve real-world challenges.  Studying in Denver offers a unique blend of global engagement and fresh perspective—where a thriving, forward-thinking city meets unparalleled access to the outdoors, providing the space to think beyond the beltway and approach complex challenges with clarity and vision.

Please join the Korbel community for a welcome back gathering to celebrate the beginning of a new school year. All Korbel students, faculty, and staff are welcome! Food and non-alcoholic refreshments will be served.

Location available upon registration.

Each quarter, Dean Mayer hosts an informal meal with students where you can discuss the topics that matter most to you. If you are a current undergraduate student at Korbel, this is your chance to engage directly with the Dean and your fellow students in meaningful conversation. Don’t miss it!

If you are a graduate student at Korbel, Dean Mayer will host another lunch with the Dean on October 21.