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IAFS Faculty Committee Member Beverly Weber (GSLL) co-edits issue "Refuge and Displacement."

Eileen Brown — Mon, 24 Nov 2025 19:12:19 +0000

IAFS Faculty Committee Member Beverly Weber (GSLL) co-edits issue "Refuge and Displacement." Eileen Brown Mon, 11/24/2025 - 12:12

[GSLL] IAFS Faculty Committee member Beverly Weber (GSLL) co-edited a special issue of English Language Notes titled “Refuge and Displacement." The issue centers the stories of those who have experienced forced displacement, exploring care, solidarity, and creative responses through both scholarly and artistic work.

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Chargé d’Affaires Scott Renner (IAFS '86) Supports U.S. Recovery Efforts in Jamaica After Hurricane Melissa

Puttroff, Monty (Exchange) — Mon, 24 Nov 2025 17:00:00 +0000

Chargé d’Affaires Scott Renner (IAFS '86) Supports U.S. Recovery Efforts in Jamaica After Hurricane Melissa Puttroff, Mont… Mon, 11/24/2025 - 10:00

Scott Renner (IAFS '86, Law '93) currently serves as the Chargé d’Affaires at the U.S. Embassy in Kingston, Jamaica. We asked Scott if he would be willing to share about his experiences in Jamaica in the aftermath of Hurricane Melissa. His reflection highlights both the severe challenges facing communities, the remarkable resilience of the Jamaican people, and the generosity of those involved in the relief efforts.

We are proud to highlight Scott's leadership and encourage those who would like to stay up to date with Scott's work in Jamaica, to follow the U.S. Embassy Jamaica Instagram for updates.

"Over the past few weeks in Jamaica, I’ve had the privilege of seeing both the profound challenges left by Hurricane Melissa and the extraordinary resilience of the Jamaican people. It has been so meaningful to witness the relief effort up close—from watching U.S. and Jamaican teams unload nearly 800,000 pounds of food, water, shelter, and medical supplies for hard-hit communities, to seeing families receive the hygiene kits, tarps, and shelter-fixing materials that arrived on recent flights from Miami. Moments like these remind me why I entered public service in the first place. The partnership between our countries, the dedication of first responders, and the spirit of the Jamaican people have been nothing short of inspiring. The effort has been not only a U.S. government effort, but I have also been equally impressed by the generosity exhibited by American private citizens, NGOs and private companies all pulling together to help the Jamaican people. This experience has given me a new sense of purpose as I continue my work as Charge d’Affaires at the U.S. Embassy in Kingston, and a sense of pride in the public and private American efforts working towards recovery. For those interested in how they can help, please take a look at The U.S. Department of State Hurricane Melissa Response Page."

Photos from U.S. Embassy Kingston staff

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Internship Opportunity - Play Global!

Puttroff, Monty (Exchange) — Thu, 20 Nov 2025 22:07:26 +0000

Internship Opportunity - Play Global! Puttroff, Mont… Thu, 11/20/2025 - 15:07

Play Global! is a nonprofit that uses baseball and softball to build youth leadership and cross-cultural understanding in underserved and conflict-affected communities, and they're seeking a remote Social Media & Content Development Intern for Spring 2026. This is a great opportunity for students interested in digital storytelling, social media strategy, and the global impact of sports.

Location: Fully remote
Hours: 3–5 per week
Compensation: Unpaid; academic credit may be possible
Start Date: January/February 2026
Application Deadline: December 19, 2025

How to apply: Send your resume, a short cover letter, and optional 1–3 samples of social content to info@play-global.org by December 19, 2025.

Qualifications, Responsibilities, Additional Information

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Learn about Columbia and George Washington University Graduate School Programs

Puttroff, Monty (Exchange) — Mon, 17 Nov 2025 20:02:20 +0000

Learn about Columbia and George Washington University Graduate School Programs Puttroff, Mont… Mon, 11/17/2025 - 13:02

Columbia University | London School of Economics

Learn about the MA/MSc in International and World History program at Columbia University and the London School of Economics.

Upcoming Info Sessions - Registration Required

November 21, 2025 - 8am MST
December 15, 2025 - 10am MST
January 7, 2026 - 1pm MST

George Washington University

Devyn Millensifer, a current master’s student at the George Washington University’s Elliott School of International Affairs, will be in Colorado December 7–16 holding informal coffee chats for CU Boulder students who want to learn more about master's degrees in International Affairs, International Development Studies, Global Communication, Security Policy Studies, and more.

Students can connect with her in person at any of the locations below or virtually over Zoom - email esiagrad@gwu.edu for details.

Colorado Springs
South Denver
Denver (Capitol Hill/Auraria)
Boulder
Fort Collins

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Leo Hill Leadership Speaker Series with Gigi Pritzker - 11/17 7:30pm

Puttroff, Monty (Exchange) — Mon, 17 Nov 2025 17:45:45 +0000

Leo Hill Leadership Speaker Series with Gigi Pritzker - 11/17 7:30pm Puttroff, Mont… Mon, 11/17/2025 - 10:45

[CU Boulder Center for Leadership] Join CWA and the Center for Leadership for The Leo Hill Leadership Speaker Series! They're bringing Gigi Pritzker to campus to discuss how impactful storytelling can shift culture and uplift unheard voices. This event will be held at Macky Auditorium at 7:30PM on November 17th.

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International Student Conferences: Summer '26 Applications Open

Puttroff, Monty (Exchange) — Mon, 10 Nov 2025 19:20:11 +0000

International Student Conferences: Summer '26 Applications Open Puttroff, Mont… Mon, 11/10/2025 - 12:20

International Student Conferences (ISC) offers three student-led academic and cultural exchange programs connecting university students from the U.S., Japan, Korea, and China. Applications for Summer 2026 programs are now open, with an information session on November 17 at 6 p.m. MT.

Review the ISC 2026 flyer to learn more.

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Bill Kellogg Discussion Series: Papua New Guinea 11/19 1:30-3:30

Puttroff, Monty (Exchange) — Mon, 10 Nov 2025 18:32:35 +0000

Bill Kellogg Discussion Series: Papua New Guinea 11/19 1:30-3:30 Puttroff, Mont… Mon, 11/10/2025 - 11:32

[Humanitix] Join the Boulder Public Library on Wednesday, November 19 at 1:30 PM for a Bill Kellogg Discussion featuring Daryl Wallace in honor of Papua New Guinea’s 50th anniversary of independence.

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Political Science Civic Engagement Fair - 11/18 9am-12pm

Puttroff, Monty (Exchange) — Mon, 10 Nov 2025 18:14:10 +0000

Political Science Civic Engagement Fair - 11/18 9am-12pm Puttroff, Mont… Mon, 11/10/2025 - 11:14

Interested in getting more involved in your community or learning about civic engagement opportunities right here in Boulder? Join the Political Science program at their CU Boulder Civic Engagement Fair to connect with local organizations, learn about volunteer and advocacy opportunities, and discover ways to make a real impact on campus and beyond.

Date: Tuesday, November 18
Time: 9am-12pm
Location: Student Recreation Center, C250

This year’s fair will feature members of the Boulder City Council, who will be attending through their Chats with Council program, giving students the unique chance to participate in a mini town hall discussion and share ideas directly with local representatives.

Don’t miss this opportunity to meet community leaders, build connections, and explore how you can get involved in civic life as a CU Boulder student.

🌐 View full event details on the CU Boulder calendar

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All Around Germany: Sienna Bendall's Global Grants Journey

Puttroff, Monty (Exchange) — Wed, 05 Nov 2025 17:28:34 +0000

All Around Germany: Sienna Bendall's Global Grants Journey Puttroff, Mont… Wed, 11/05/2025 - 10:28

Sienna Bendall, currently a Senior and International Affairs and Environmental Studies major, is studying abroad in Regensburg, Germany with a Global Grants scholarship for the 2025-2026 Academic Year. Read about Sienna's experience so far below!

I am spending a year abroad at the University of Regensburg through an exchange program. This experience has been a good way to immerse myself in German culture, although initially, it was a bit daunting to try and navigate. Something that helped me adjust to Germany was the September intensive German language course at the university. This course boosted my confidence in speaking German, and it also helped me connect with others who were experiencing the same feelings that come with adjusting to life in a new country. I have been able to learn about different cultures beyond German from people in my program, which has been an unexpected but pleasant part of this experience.

Regensburg is a UNESCO World Heritage site, which is very cool because it means I’m surrounded by centuries of history. The city itself is beautiful and full of character including a small mouse engraved into one of the buildings. Locals say you should stroke the mouse to ensure you are never poor or that you will return to Regensburg someday. There is also a painting of David and Goliath that greets you on your way into the city. One of the most unique attractions is the Dachshund Museum in Regensburg which is full of everything dachshund. Not only is the city itself beautiful, but the surrounding areas and local events have been a highlight of my time in Germany so far.

My program has organized many events including hiking in areas nearby, attending local festivals like Dult, and taking day trips to nearby cities like Bamberg. These experiences have helped me understand the local culture and the area I will call home for the next year. I also got to go to Munich for Oktoberfest, which showed me a different side of German culture since I got to participate in the tradition from a local perspective. So far the experience has become a fantastic opportunity to learn more about myself and the world.

The intensive German language course officially ended on the second of October. This meant I had a little bit of time to travel before the semester officially started on the 13th of October. I visited Arabba, a city in the Italian Dolomites. I went with some people I met in the exchange program, including someone from Italy, so we got to experience the area like a local. We hiked for three days in areas nearby, and the views were beautiful. This was a fun experience because I have never really hiked in any mountains outside of the ones in Colorado. It really furthered my views of what the world had to offer.

This month I also started my courses. I have found that the courses I am taking differ a bit in structure compared to courses in Boulder, which makes sense since I am in a completely different country. I am taking a variety of English and German classes, which I hope will help me to learn the content I need while also helping improve my German language course. The university also has a class that exchange students can take where we hold a theater production completely in German. I am taking this class and am excited by its potential to improve my German vocabulary and language skills. Overall, I am excited for what the academic year has to offer.

Thank you Sienna for keeping us updated on your experience in Germany, we hope to hear more soon!

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Peace Corps Panel Discussion - 11/12 5:45-7:30pm

Puttroff, Monty (Exchange) — Mon, 03 Nov 2025 19:48:25 +0000

Peace Corps Panel Discussion - 11/12 5:45-7:30pm Puttroff, Mont… Mon, 11/03/2025 - 12:48

[CU Events Calendar] Join CU Boulder's Peace Corps for a conversation with Returned Peace Corps Volunteers (RPCVs) who are also members of CU Boulder's Mortenson Center in Global Engineering & Resilience community. They will share how the Peace Corps impacted their lives, including their professional development & career paths.

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