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 Denver to the World: Korbel Students Expand Their Horizons During Winter Interterm
Studying abroad at the Korbel School isn’t just about hitting the books in a different country. It’s about creating opportunities for students to immerse themselves in new cultures, network with global leaders, and dare to redefine their futures. The month between the Fall and Winter Quarters — called “Winter Interterm” — is a chance for Korbel students to embrace these experiences....
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....
Alumni in Action: Sabre Morris on Building Impact in the Private Sector
Sabre Morris (M.A. International Security, 2020) first encountered the world of international affairs in a middle school classroom in her hometown of Aurora, Colorado, where she participated in a hands-on experience called the ‘World Affairs Challenge’....
Three Students, One Purpose: Advancing Public Good During Summer Interterm
Summer at the Korbel School isn’t just a break from the classroom — it’s a launchpad for careers in international affairs and public policy. ...
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."...
Munk School Students Excel in Global Case Competitions
From climate change and healthcare innovation to immigration policy and ethics in public service, Master of Public Policy (MPP) and Master of Global Affairs (MGA) students tackled real-world challenges with winning solutions. These competitions not only offered valuable experiential learning but also showcased the Munk School’s growing impact on the global policy stage....
Prime Minister Carney makes landmark announcement at the Munk School: Canada will meet NATO’s two percent military expenditure target this fiscal year.
“There’s no better place to have this announcement than the Munk School. This institution over the past two decades- faculty, students, graduates, have helped shape Canada’s domestic policies, our geopolitical strategies and beyond our shores as well. We wanted to make this announcement here because your insights at the Munk School have never been in more demand than in this hinge moment in our history.” Prime Minister Mark Carney, June 2025....