Bridging Worlds: Keith Gehring Guides Student to Fulbright-Winning Project
With guidance from Korbel professor Keith Gehring, grad student Raluca Alexandrescu turned a bold idea into a Fulbright-winning project and a life-changing experience. When Raluca Alexandrescu first began her Fulbright application, she wasn’t sure she would qualify, let alone stand out in a field of top-tier candidates. A graduate student in information technology with a focus on AI strategy, she had a vision: to return to Romania, her home country, and study how small businesses in Bucharest could better adopt digital tools. But translating that vision into a competitive proposal would take more than hard work. It would take clarity and perseverance—and the right mentor....
Students build career-ready grant writing skills in Aid & Development Workshop series
Mastering technical and theoretical content is just the beginning for public policy students....
Ambassador Camara delivers inaugural keynote lecture at Sciences Po Reims campus
Ambassador Kamissa Camara, professor of practice in international diplomacy at the Ford School, was recently invited to give the inaugural keynote lecture at the prestigious Sciences Po College in Reims, France. ...
All in the family: U-M expert reflects on 5 decades focused on Nepal, from youth to leading 30-year study
On the eve of returning to Nepal to mark the study's milestone anniversary and continue to expand its work, Axinn shares his insights on current unrest in the country, key takeaways from his work and where it's going from here....
Scott Atran on what sustains war: will to fight versus military might
Although wars are commonly thought to be sustained by military power, evidence shows that individuals’ willingness to fight can be so profound that they persist even against overwhelming odds. From World War II to the ongoing Gaza War, anthropologist Scott Atran’s recent article in the Annals of the New York Academy of Sciences explores how deeply held moral convictions and group identities drive committed actors in seemingly intractable conflicts....
Korbel Faculty Earns Spot on Foreign Affairs Best Books of 2024 List
Dr. Suisheng Zhao, Professor and Director of the Center for China-U.S. Cooperation (CCUSC) at the Josef Korbel School, continues to receive widespread recognition for his book, The Dragon Roars Back: Transformational Leaders and Dynamics of Chinese Foreign Policy (Stanford University Press)....
From Chance to Change: A Career Studying Women’s Experiences in Conflict
Dr. Hilary Matfess, Assistant Professor and Director of Korbel’s International Security Degree, never planned to study gender and war. However, a series of unexpected obstacles early in her career forced her to rethink her approach and ignited a passion for uncovering overlooked narratives—one that continues to fuel her work today....
Korbel Professor Recognized by the University of Denver for Commitment to Classroom Accessibility
Korbel School Professor Rebecca Galemba embodies these values every day, and to mark this year’s Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD), the University of Denver awarded her the GAAD Award for Accessible & Inclusive Classroom Experiences. This distinction highlights her outstanding efforts to ensure every student feels supported and empowered to succeed....
Carol Spahn, Former Peace Corps Director, to Join Josef Korbel School of Global and Public Affairs at the University of Denver
DENVER, CO — The Josef Korbel School of Global and Public Affairs at the University of Denver is proud to announce that Carol Spahn, former Director of the Peace Corps, will join its faculty in fall 2025 as the Rice Family Professor of the Practice of International and Public Affairs....
Making an Impact: How Korbel Student Bido Ibrahim Helps Shape Africa’s Future
After years of dedicated work in international development, Abdelrahman (Bido) Ibrahim was ready for something bigger. His M.A. in International Development became the next logical step—a move that opened doors for him to have a broader platform with even greater social impact. ...
Attending the Aspen Security Forum: Connecting Theory to Practice
From July 15–18, I had the privilege of representing the Josef Korbel School of Global and Public Affairs as part of a student delegation at the 2025 Aspen Security Forum. As the only university partnered with the Forum, Korbel’s presence stood out—we were proud to be the only students attending among a distinguished gathering of world leaders, policymakers, and experts in global security. ...
Bridging Worlds: How One Professor Weaves Urban Planning, Democracy, and Education
Dr. Chavez-Norgaard hosts a class trip to the History Colorado Center with undergraduates taking "PPOL 3701: Urban Politics."...