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Exploring Spain: Sevilla Grider's Global Grants Experience

Puttroff, Monty (Exchange) — Mon, 13 Oct 2025 19:31:47 +0000

Exploring Spain: Sevilla Grider's Global Grants Experience Puttroff, Mont… Mon, 10/13/2025 - 13:31

Sevilla Grider, currently a Junior and International Affairs Major, is studying abroad in Seville, Spain with a Global Grants scholarship for the 2025-2026 Academic Year. Read about Sevilla's experience so far below!

I have been abroad for six weeks, and it has been an amazing experience. My regular classes started three weeks ago, and I am taking them all in Spanish. It is a challenging course load in another language, but my Spanish is improving every single day. I am taking an interesting mix of class content, as I am learning about the history of the three main religions in Spain, social justice in Spain, the history of political transition and democracy in Spain, and intercultural communication. All of these classes and the language immersion is giving me a better understanding of the context of everyday life in Spain.

Outside of the classroom, I had the opportunity to spend a day in Ronda, one of the white villages in the mountains of Andalucia. It was fascinating to see how the city was built upon and changed through different time periods in history, from the Roman empire to Muslim rule to modern day Catholic Spain. I also visited the town of Aracena, including the castle and the church. I have had the opportunity to learn about and try many different cuisine dishes from Andalucia, including Spanish tortilla and patatas bravas.

I also visited the Antiquarium during one of my classes, which is an underground museum housing ruins from the 1^st century through the 14^th century. This was also a fascinating experience as it connected the concepts from my classes to the actual history of the city. Overall, it has been an amazing experience so far, and I can't wait to keep learning.

Thank you Sevilla for keeping us updated on your journey in Seville!

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Peace Corps Information Session - 10/21 12-1pm

Puttroff, Monty (Exchange) — Thu, 09 Oct 2025 21:21:44 +0000

Peace Corps Information Session - 10/21 12-1pm Puttroff, Mont… Thu, 10/09/2025 - 15:21

[CU Events Calendar] Serving in the Peace Corps is a great way to immerse yourself in a new experience -- building relationships, exchanging cultures and knowledge, and helping transform lives for generations.

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Europe's Role in a Trump's World - 10/21 @ 11am - RSVP Required

Puttroff, Monty (Exchange) — Thu, 09 Oct 2025 20:54:50 +0000

Europe's Role in a Trump's World - 10/21 @ 11am - RSVP Required Puttroff, Mont… Thu, 10/09/2025 - 14:54

On October 21st CU Boulder’s Institute of Behavioral Science will host a compelling event titled “Europe's Role in a Trump's World."

RSVP is required for this hybrid event.

Date: October 21, 2025, 11:00am to 12:00pm
In-Person: Room 155, Institute of Behavioral Science, 1440 15th Street, Boulder, CO
Virtual: RSVP via Eventbrite and select "Online attendance/webinar" to receive link.
Admission: Free

Featuring keynote speakers Jovita Neliupšienė, Ambassador of the European Union to the United States, and Jean Marc Lieberherr, President of the Jean Monnet Institute, the event will explore the evolving role of the European Union amid the complexities of a second Trump administration and the broader implications for global governance.

Whether you're a student of international relations, a policy enthusiast or simply curious about the future of global diplomacy, this event promises to deliver critical insights into the EU’s strategic positioning in today’s world.

RSVP via Eventbrite

Sponsored by: Instutute of Behavioral Science, International Affairs Program, Department of Political Science, Conference on World Affairs, and with the support of the Erasmus+ Programme of the European Union.

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CU’s Arts, History and Culture Virtual Career and Internship Fair – 10/9 3-6pm

Puttroff, Monty (Exchange) — Wed, 08 Oct 2025 16:33:32 +0000

CU’s Arts, History and Culture Virtual Career and Internship Fair – 10/9 3-6pm Puttroff, Mont… Wed, 10/08/2025 - 10:33

[CU Events Calendar] CU Boulder Career Services is hosting a virtual career fair on October 9th from 3-6pm via Handshake. This event is designed to connect students with potential future employers and will have representatives seeking students just like you for their companies.

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Info Session: Georgetown �Թ�� School of Foreign Service - 10/9 @12pm

Eileen Brown — Fri, 03 Oct 2025 19:45:30 +0000

Info Session: Georgetown �Թ�� School of Foreign Service - 10/9 @12pm Eileen Brown Fri, 10/03/2025 - 13:45

Georgetown’s School of Foreign Service (SFS) — the oldest school of international affairs in the
United States — prepares students to lead in national security, government, human development, business, and technology. The eleven graduate programs are designed to teach analysts, policymakers, scholars, and future leaders to think critically and act responsibly in the face of
the 21st century’s most pressing national and international concerns.

[CU Events Calendar] Georgetown’s School of Foreign Service (SFS) — the oldest school of international affairs/relations in the United States — prepares students to lead in national security, government, human development, business, and technology. Attend the info session on Thursday, October 9th at 12pm to learn more!

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Politics and Pizza: Government Shut Down and Budget Crisis - 10/6 @ 5:30pm

Eileen Brown — Fri, 03 Oct 2025 19:15:47 +0000

Politics and Pizza: Government Shut Down and Budget Crisis - 10/6 @ 5:30pm Eileen Brown Fri, 10/03/2025 - 13:15

[CU Events Calendar] On October 1st, 2025, the US Federal Government shut down. What exactly does this mean? Learn more on Monday, October 6th, during a special session of Politics and Pizza with the political science department.

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Benjamin Teitelbaum, IAFS Faculty Committee Member, New Faculty Director for Strategic Events and Public Discourse

Eileen Brown — Thu, 02 Oct 2025 15:20:33 +0000

Benjamin Teitelbaum, IAFS Faculty Committee Member, New Faculty Director for Strategic Events and Public Discourse Eileen Brown Thu, 10/02/2025 - 09:20

[PACES] The Office for Public and Community-Engaged Scholarship (PACES) is pleased to announce that Associate Professor Benjamin Teitelbaum will serve as the new faculty director for strategic events and public discourse. Teitelbaum’s role will first focus primarily on planning the Conference on World Affairs (CWA)...

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Global Seminar Opportunities

Puttroff, Monty (Exchange) — Mon, 29 Sep 2025 18:17:58 +0000

Global Seminar Opportunities Puttroff, Mont… Mon, 09/29/2025 - 12:17

Global Seminars give you the opportunity to travel abroad with a small community of CU Boulder students, focusing on specific topics with first-hand experience. Some popular seminars for IAFS students have been:

A full list of seminar opportunities can be found on the Education Abroad website, and they will be hosting informational sessions for these seminars in the coming weeks.

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Abroad in Taiwan: Georgia Sehlmeyer's Global Grants Journey

Puttroff, Monty (Exchange) — Thu, 18 Sep 2025 21:26:27 +0000

Abroad in Taiwan: Georgia Sehlmeyer's Global Grants Journey Puttroff, Mont… Thu, 09/18/2025 - 15:26

Georgia Sehlmeyer, currently a Sophomore and International Affairs Major, is studying abroad in Taiwan with a Global Grants scholarship for the 2025-2026 Academic Year. Read about Georgia's experience so far below!

My first three weeks of my exchange program in Taiwan so far have been a fast and exciting experience of seeing lots of new things, adjusting to a new culture, meeting new people from all over the world, and learning how to adapt. Some of my highlights include the Chinese and English conversation circle that my university holds every week and my first solo trip to Taipei.

Every Tuesday, National Yang Ming Chiao Tung �Թ�� (NYCU) holds a conversation circle with half local students studying English and half exchange students studying Chinese in attendance. I attended my first language exchange last week and met two local students and communicated with them in Chinese, which gave me a less intimidating opportunity to practice certain grammar and vocabulary that I hadn’t practiced before. The local students at our table were also encouraged to speak to us in English, so they could practice their English in the same comfortable setting. This event was a great opportunity to ask what unique places and experiences local students recommend seeing during my time here.

Next, I had my first day of solo exploration in Taipei before my afternoon class at NYCU’s Taipei campus. I decided to check off a must-see tourist experience by visiting the Chang-Kai-Shek memorial, and I’m glad I did. Upon entering the memorial and exploring its contents and surrounding gardens, I felt this was the first time in my experience so far that I truly realized just how far from home I was, which was an equally terrifying and exciting experience. Afterwards, I grabbed lunch at a locally recommended spot, trying my first Taiwanese dry noodles, which were delicious. I think that over time I will really grow to enjoy my days of solitude spent in Taipei, as I have the privilege of being able to choose exactly what to do and eat, and where to go while I’m there.

Overall, my experience has been everything I signed up for so far. I am enjoying building routines and learning about all the differences in Taiwanese culture compared to my own. I’m looking forward to exploring the island even more and becoming even more culturally fluid during my time here.

Thanks Georgia for keeping us updated on your journey in Taiwan!

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Check Out These Study Abroad Scholarships!

Puttroff, Monty (Exchange) — Thu, 11 Sep 2025 20:51:50 +0000

Check Out These Study Abroad Scholarships! Puttroff, Mont… Thu, 09/11/2025 - 14:51

As you start thinking about your education abroad, consider checking out these scholarship opportunities!

Global Grants – Receive up to $3,000 per term (or $6,000 for a full year) toward a CU Boulder Education Abroad program. Apply through the Buffs Abroad scholarship application. IAFS Students Only.
GO Scholar Program – First-year students with financial need can get a one-time planning scholarship plus mentoring and support for studying abroad.
Study in Latin America – Get up to $2,000 off any Latin America program (Spring 2025–Spring 2026) or apply for the CIEE Scholarship covering program fees and a $2,000 stipend—apply by Oct. 1.

Learn more about Education Abroad on the IAFS Education Abroad website. Reach out to your advisor or the Education Abroad office with questions!

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Exploring Spain: Sevilla Grider's Global Grants Experience

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Peace Corps Information Session - 10/21 12-1pm

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Europe's Role in a Trump's World - 10/21 @ 11am - RSVP Required

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CU’s Arts, History and Culture Virtual Career and Internship Fair – 10/9 3-6pm

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Info Session: Georgetown �Թ��� School of Foreign Service - 10/9 @12pm

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Politics and Pizza: Government Shut Down and Budget Crisis - 10/6 @ 5:30pm

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Benjamin Teitelbaum, IAFS Faculty Committee Member, New Faculty Director for Strategic Events and Public Discourse

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Global Seminar Opportunities

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Abroad in Taiwan: Georgia Sehlmeyer's Global Grants Journey

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Check Out These Study Abroad Scholarships!

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Info Session: Georgetown �Թ�� School of Foreign Service - 10/9 @12pm