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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.

Verhagen, W., Pereira, C. C., Bohl, D. K., Meziere, M. E., Irfan, M. T., & Moyer, J. D. (2022, March). Exploring Alternative Futures of Development: Economic and Human Development Trends to 2040. https://korbel.du.edu/sites/default/files/2022-03/DU-UNDP_G

The Korbel Institute for Comparative and Regional Studies in partnership with Armenians of Colorado (AOC), are pleased to host an important conversation in recognition of Armenian Genocide Remembrance Day.

Join a distinguished public lecture featuring notable experts, including keynote speaker Dr. Ronald Grigor Suny.

Can't make it in person? Register for the virtual webinar here: https://udenver.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_IbtQu7txRymtuyVtmwoyhg

The Sustainable Development in Africa Conference convenes academics and cultural leaders to address pressing African challenges. This year's theme, "Pan-Africanism at a Crossroads: Confronting Security, Economic, and Climate Crises," fosters deep dives into human rights, security, environment, health, governance, and diaspora engagement. Hear from keynote speaker Travis Adkins, former President & CEO of USADF, and contribute to shaping sustainable development strategies.

Even more, enjoy a delicious lunch by Senegal’s Pikine Grille, followed by flavor-packed bites from Kenya’s MSOSI during our Networking Hour. Be moved by indigenous drumming from the Makomba Ensemble (Baobab Foundation), the rich sounds of Zimbabwe’s Chihera Band by the Muchineripi family, and contemporary African jazz from the incredible MakG.

This isn’t just a conference—It’s a full African cultural experience!

Panel 1: Peace, Security, and the Changing Global Order (9:45- 10:45 a.m. MT)

Panel 2: Aid, Debt, and Trade: Rethinking Economic Independence and Strategic Partnerships (1-2 p.m. MT)

Panel 3: Digital Economies: Africa’s Path to Economic Sovereignty (3-4 p.m. MT)

Panel 4: Climate Change and Human Security (4-5 p.m. MT)

This conference is presented by Korbel's Africa Center and Students for Africa group.

Join Colorado unions, workers, and legal experts to find out why the current Colorado Labor Peace Act is keeping Coloradans from earning better wages and benefits for their families and communities.

Jonathan Perkins, under the auspices of SEIU Local 105, will present the findings of his paper, "One Election Too Many: How the Colorado Labor Peace Act Impoverishes Workers." Professor Roberto Corrada will provide legal analysis, followed by discussions with current campaigners who will share additional context on these statewide efforts.

This seminar offers a new perspectives on US-Latin American relations and differentiated understanding of each national and local context, with insights from Dr. Arturo Lopez-Levy, expert on Cuba and Latin American international relations, and Dr. Francisco Rodriguez, expert on Venezuela and Latin American economics.

Join us for a compelling conversation with a prominent journalist as we discuss journalism and media during war, including critical questions about media coverage, bias, and impact on society. We will also reserve time for an audience Q&A to answer some of your pressing questions.

This discussion will be moderated by Professor Micheline Ishay, Director of the Center for Middle East Studies, and Professor Ahmed Abdrabou, Associate Director of the Center for Middle East Studies.

John Calvert, Professor of History at Creighton University, examines the evolution, agenda and trajectory of the Egyptian Muslim Brotherhood within the framework of a changing Egypt.

Richard Bulliet, Professor of History at Columbia University, examines the relationship between religion and the state in the “Muslim South”—that half of the Muslim world located south of Medina, whose peoples came to Islam centuries after those of the “Muslim North”—and how understanding the different means of legitimating governance in the Muslim South sheds light on the crisis of legitimacy in Muslim-majority states like Egypt today.