CWA Boulder

The 2026 CWA panel recordings are live! Catch the conversations you missed or revisit your favorite moments anytime. Note: Most, but not all, sessions were recorded. Recordings will remain available indefinitely. ↓ View recordings now! youtube.com/playlist?list=…

It’s the final day of CWA, don’t miss out on these panels: - The Podcast Revolution: From Basement Mic to Business Empire - ART(ificial Intelligence) - People Before Papers: Embracing the Stories of Migration

Today is day three of CWA! Here are some panels to visit today: - Rewriting the Historical Narrative with Artifacts in Art - From Headlines to Hashtags: Who gets to be a Journalist? - Sundance is coming to Colorado. Now what?

We are excited to report that we have reached in-person registration capacity for this year’s CWA. Thanks to all who have helped us reach this achievement! Livestream links are still available for most of our 2026 CWA Schedule. View schedule: colorado.edu/cwa/2026-sched…

To all of our 2026 CWA sponsors — thank you. 🙌 Your support fuels the conversations that connect our community, challenge perspectives, and inspire action. By investing in the CWA, you help ensure that thoughtful, expert-led dialogue remains accessible and impactful.

Thank you to the International Affairs Program at CU Boulder for supporting the 2026 CWA. Through its commitment to global education and cross-cultural understanding, International Affairs brings a critical international lens to the conversations that shape our world.

As one of CU Boulder’s longest traditions, CWA is proud to be a part of the university’s 150th anniversary celebration with a special series of 150th-related panels and programming during the week. ↓ See the lineup today! colorado.edu/cwa/2026-sched…

Speaker Highlights: Pushpamala N.: Described as one of the most iconic ironclasts of Indian contemporary art. Lorraine Voles: A former chief of Staff to Vice President Kamala Harris. Nalini Nadkarni: Nalini is an inspirational biologist. Learn more: colorado.edu/cwa/2026-sched…

In partnership with the Center for Leadership and the Center for Asian Studies, tickets for Malala Yousafzai are open today at 10:45 a.m. Malala will join us as the closing speaker for the CWA 2026 on April 16 from 7:00–8:30 PM at Macky Auditorium. CWAMalalaYousafzai.eventbrite.com

Can’t make it in person? You can still be part of the conversation. Thanks to the Division of Continuing Education at CU Boulder, major sessions from CWA will be livestreamed to audiences in Boulder and around the world. Sign up virtually for CWA ↓ web.cvent.com/event/13a589f6…

Tickets for Malala Yousafzai drop March 26 at 10:45 AM. Closing speaker for #CWA2026 📍 Macky Auditorium 📷 Register for CWA ↓ web.cvent.com/event/13a589f6……

We’re proud to recognize Elevations Credit Union as a valued sponsor of the 2026 Conference on World Affairs. Thank you to @ElevationsCU for your continued support of CWA and your investment in thoughtful, community-driven dialogue.

Registration and the full schedule are officially live! Now’s your chance to explore this year’s lineup and build your schedule. Register today! Register Here: web.cvent.com/event/13a589f6…

Thank you to Oxfam America for supporting the 2026 Conference on World Affairs. Through their leadership in the fight against poverty and injustice, @OxfamAmerica brings a vital global perspective to conversations that matter.

The Conference on World Affairs 2026 is LIVE! Join global leaders & creatives at CU Boulder, April 13–16, for bold ideas & dynamic panels. Now’s your chance to explore this year’s lineup and build your schedule: ➡️ colorado.edu/cwa/2026-sched…

⭐️ Speaker Highlights ⭐️ Ken Liu: Ken is bestselling author. Alexa Mohsenzadeh: Alexa is an inspiring activist and law student. Ernesto Henrique Fraga Araújo: Ernesto is a seasoned diplomat and former Brazilian Minister of Foreign Affairs. Learn more: colorado.edu/cwa/2026-speak…

⭐️ Speaker Highlights ⭐️ Dan Toomey Creator and host of Good Work, Dan Toomey professionals. Ty Tashiro Author, social scientist, and CU alum Ty Tashiro. Kyla Scanlon Breaks down economic topics with fresh perspective for the next generation. colorado.edu/cwa/2026-speak…

We’re excited to unveil the speaker lineup for the 78th Conference on World Affairs—featuring bold ideas, diverse perspectives, and conversations that challenge and inspire. Explore this year’s speakers ➡️ colorado.edu/cwa/2026-speak…

The 78th Annual Conference on World Affairs returns to CU Boulder April 13–16, 2026, where it will host the kickoff of the university’s 150th Anniversary celebration. Don’t miss what’s next—join the early-interest list. ➡️ cvent.me/8VgDRP

In partnership with the Center for Leadership and the Center for Asian Studies, we’re honored to announce Malala Yousafzai as the closing speaker for the 2026 Conference on World Affairs (@CWABoulder). Get early access to CWA ↓ bit.ly/3NmXkht