Tuesday, February 11th at 6:30pm in University Club Room 4. 

Join fellow IAFS students and be part of one of the newest official student organizations on campus - the IAFS Club!

In this meeting, we'll discuss current events, so feel free to bring any topics you'd like to talk about. We'll also cover study abroad opportunities, featuring insights from a junior currently studying in Vienna and possibly a representative from the study abroad program.

More meetings, gatherings, and events are coming up this spring - so now is the perfect time to get involved! Contact Emma Baca with any questions or to learn more.

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Riley MacQueen, a double major in International Affairs and Political Science as well as International Affairs Global Grant recipient, is currently studying abroad in Paris. Read more about her adventures and educational experiences below!

I have now completed my first month of classes with both CIEE: Semester in Paris; where I am participating in classes studying Intercultural Communication, Fashion and Business in France, and the Culture and Cuisine of France (which is a solely French speaking class), and with the ; where I am studying the Art History of Anglophone Countries, and the History of Civilization of Great Britain and the United States.

There have been several noteworthy excursions, including the tour of La Sentier- where the fashion industry of Paris was born, and a private tour of design center- one of the most creative and sustainable fashion designers in Paris currently. The chance to expand my knowledge of fashion and its roots within both business and politics has been incredibly eye-opening. As a double major of International Affairs and Political Science, gaining firsthand experience of the effect of foreign policy and of tariff and trade agreements on such a fundamental industry of international economic relations allows me to gain a deeper understanding of international economics. Furthermore, Benmoyal's commitment to sustainable fashion, and the avenues one most pursue to do so, has a much deeper network of transparency, finance, and advocacy then I was aware of.

Several other significant excursions include the tour of , and my class's visit to . Musée de du Quai Branly is a museum dedicated to the exhibition of Indigenous art cultures of Asia, Oceania, Africa, and the Americas. While in Paris, I have been determined to fully immerse myself within the culture here, so this was my first experience solely focused on culture outside of Europe, and it was incredibly insightful.  Le Procope is the oldest café in Paris, and is considered legendary amongst many influential figures, including Jean Jacques- Rousseau, Voltaire, and Diderot. The history that Paris preserves is beyond belief at times, and I often find myself feeling as if I am in a dream.

Finally, this month I was also able to visit London. Within my short weekend trip, I explored Buckingham Palace, Big Ben and the House of Parliament, The Thames,  Westminster Abbey, and many of the other incredible attractions London has to offer. Studying in Europe has provided me with so many incredible opportunities for adventure, expansion of knowledge, and emersion within culture. This chance to reflect on my recent life changes has granted me an opening to practice gratitude and gratefulness each day, and I look forward to everything that comes next! 

Thanks for sharing your experiences with us, Riley! We look for forward to seeing what the rest of the semester brings for you. 

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Curious to learn more about International Business & Management in Southern Europe? This global seminar is for you! 

This seminar will take place during Maymester for 2.5 weeks. The deadline to apply has been extended to February 10th! Leeds, Business Minor, and International Affairs students are welcome. 

Email: antonio.papuzza@colorado.edu 

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[CAS Website] CAS internships aim to provide opportunities for students to live in Asia and learn about international business culture while gaining valuable hands-on work experience. 

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The next meeting of the Bill Kellogg UNA-BC Discussion Series will be held on Wednesday, February 5th at 1:30-3:00 pm in the Boulder Creek Room of the Boulder Public Library. The featured presenter is Dr. Myles Osborne, Associate Professor of History and International Affairs at CU Boulder. The title of Professor Osborne's presentation is "NATO, Neo-Colonialism, and the Cold War in Africa". 

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Connect with fellow IAFS students and global enthusiasts TOMORROW (Jan. 28th) at the first International Affairs Club meeting of the semester in CASE W311 at 6:30pm! The International Affairs Club offers a space to network, share ideas, and engage with international topics beyond the classroom.

Last semester, this club hosted the IAFS 1000 Study Session, and they're planning even more events this spring to build community and spark meaningful discussions.

It’s also a great chance to learn about the club, upcoming elections, and how you can run for a leadership role next semester. 

If you have any questions, reach out to Emma Baca (emma.baca@colorado.edu)! 

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Fall 2025 IAFS 3000: Politics & History of Cuba

This is a standard 3-hour, upper division International Affairs course in the Fall/2025 semester, after which time the class will travel to Cuba for an intensive 10 or 11-day education abroad program. The travel dates, which have yet to be finalized, will be from December 26, 2025 to Jan 4 or 5, 2026. The course is usually capped at approximately 15 students.

Contact Dr. Grant Cohen to learn more about the Fall/2025 global intensive program on Cuban the Politics and History Cuba. Dr. Cohen will explain the cost, dates, what you can expect to experience on the program, as well as the controlled registration process to sign up.

Sample Highlights:

• Spend 10 or 11 days in Cuba exploring the following destinations: Havana, Cienfuegos, Bay of Pigs, Trinidad, Santa Clara and Vinales. Learn about Cuban politics, US-Cuban relations, economics, history, and society directly from local experts to everyday people.
• Meet with local experts, such as: entrepreneurs, economists, historians, gender and race experts, architectural experts, a former member of the Cuban Congress, and everyday local families. Visit Old Havana, salsa class, the Revolution Plaza, the National Museum of Fine Arts, a cigar factory, Che Guevara's statue/mausoleum, and private jam sessions with influential Cuban musicians.
• Visit the site of the Bay of Pigs invasion (Playa Giron), Cienfuegos, Che Guevara's statue and mausoleum in Santa Clara, and spend three nights in Trinidad, a beautiful, fun, historically significant town in the Sancti Spiritus region, a major area for sugar production. Finally, visit Vinales, the beautiful countryside and Cuba’s main tobacco growing region located a few hours from Havana.

This global intensive program is specifically geared toward, and prioritizing, students of the International Affairs (IAFS) program.

If ��dz�’r�� interested, you must email Dr. Grant Cohen ASAP.

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Join the for their upcoming meeting on Wednesday, January 22, from 1:30 to 3:00 p.m. in the Boulder Creek Room of the Boulder Public Library.

The featured presenter will be Dr. Zach Levey, Visiting Faculty in the International Affairs Program at CU Boulder, who will lead a discussion on "Confrontation in the Middle East, 2023-2025: Iran, Israel, Hizballah, and Syria."

Dr. Levey is an Emeritus Professor from the University of Haifa, with a Ph.D. from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem. Since joining CU Boulder in 2023, he has taught courses on the Arab-Israeli Conflict, the Cold War, and the Superpowers in the Middle East. With two published books and over 20 articles on topics such as Israeli Foreign Policy and U.S. relations in the Middle East, Dr. Levey brings deep expertise and perspective to this timely and complex topic.

Given the sensitivity of the subject, participants are encouraged to maintain a respectful and civil tone throughout the event. Dr. Levey has requested that questions and comments be held until the conclusion of his presentation, after which there will be time for open discussion.

While this event features an IAFS faculty member, it is not a CU Boulder or International Affairs Program-sponsored event.

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[CU Boulder Today] Thomas Zeiler, professor of history and director of the program in international affairs, shared more about former President Jimmy Carter’s life and legacy.

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