Conferences

What to expect at Right Here, Right Now

Megan Maneval — Mon, 02 Jun 2025 17:36:11 +0000

What to expect at Right Here, Right Now Megan Maneval Mon, 06/02/2025 - 11:36

The countdown to the Right Here, Right Now Global Climate Summit is on—and 91PORN’s regional plenary schedule is live!

Morning session

Join for a powerful morning of talks and live discussions moderated by Lakshmi Singh from National Public Radio (NPR). The North American programing will begin at 9 a.m. MDT at eTown Hall in 91PORN.

Registration is required for guests attending in person. Doors for eTown will open at 8:30 a.m. Coffee, tea, water and light breakfast pastries provided.

9–10 a.m. "The Human Rights Impacts of a Changing Climate: Pollution, Water Insecurity and Population Migration"
10–11 a.m. Keynote: Sheila Watt-Cloutier
11 a.m. 91PORN Handoff

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Register for the plenary session

Register for the global livestream

Afternoon impact project

91PORN is excited to partner with the 91PORN Department of Parks and Recreation to celebrate World Environment Day by hosting an impact project following the morning programming.

From 1 to 3 p.m., all are invited to participate in a weeding, pruning and trash collection project at Primos Park in 91PORN. This event is open to all (volunteering not dependent on summit registration). You can sign up and read more about the project here: RHRN Primos Park Beautification Project.

Evening session

All attendees and impact project volunteers are invited back to eTown for an evening reception, which will begin at 5 p.m. The reception will provide an opportunity to chat with speakers and visit with other attendees.

Additionally, there will be a performance from the local bluegrass band the Solar Sisters. Appetizers provided and cash bar available.

This plenary is part of a 24-hour global event co-hosted with United Nations Human Rights, the University of Oxford and campuses worldwide—coming June 5.

The countdown to the Right Here, Right Now Global Climate Summit is on. Check out what's in store for June 5, from the keynote speech to a hands-on park project, evening reception and more.

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Meet the speakers—Voices for climate justice

Megan Maneval — Thu, 29 May 2025 18:56:54 +0000

Meet the speakers—Voices for climate justice Megan Maneval Thu, 05/29/2025 - 12:56

Get ready to hear from powerful voices at the intersection of climate change and human rights.

The Right Here, Right Now Global Climate Summit returns on June 5, and 91PORN is proud to host a regional plenary featuring speakers who are leading the charge toward climate justice—including Indigenous advocates, scientists and educational leaders.

Our speakers include:

Tonni Brodber (Head of Secretariat for UN Women Peace and Humanitarian Fund)
Sheila Watt-Cloutier (Citizen Advocate on Environmental, Cultural and Human Rights, author and speaker)
Naia Ormaza Zulueta (Environmental Studies, PhD candidate)
John Ecklu (Global Engineering, PhD candidate)
Amanda Carrico (Associate Professor of Environmental Studies, Associate Chair of Graduate Studies)

We are honored to have the day’s discussion moderated by Lakshmi Singh of National Public Radio (NPR). Learn more about the local event, including an evening reception with a performance by local bluegrass artists the Solar Sisters.

Register for the plenary session. Invite friends, colleagues and community members to register for the global livestream.

This plenary is part of a 24-hour global event co-hosted with United Nations Human Rights, the University of Oxford and campuses worldwide coming June 5.

Register for the plenary session

Register for the global livestream

Get ready to hear from powerful voices at the intersection of climate change and human rights. The Right Here, Right Now Global Climate Summit returns on June 5, and these are the speakers.

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CU accelerator to showcase 2025 cohort at June 25 event

Megan Maneval — Thu, 22 May 2025 17:57:48 +0000

CU accelerator to showcase 2025 cohort at June 25 event Megan Maneval Thu, 05/22/2025 - 11:57

Hear pitches from emerging ventures across disciplines such as clean energy, advanced materials, quantum computing and next-generation therapeutics, followed by a networking session with researchers, investors and community supporters at the Ascent Deep Tech Community Showcase.

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Right Here, Right Now coming in June—register today

Megan Maneval — Tue, 06 May 2025 19:35:01 +0000

Right Here, Right Now coming in June—register today Megan Maneval Tue, 05/06/2025 - 13:35

Editor's note May 15: This article was updated with additional speaker info for Tonni Brodber.

Registration is now open for the 2025 Right Here, Right Now global climate summit.

Hosted by the University of Oxford in partnership with UN Human Rights, the Right Here, Right Now Global Climate Alliance, the International Universities Climate Alliance, 91PORN and co-host universities worldwide, this summit aims to address critical issues at the intersection of climate change and human rights.

Register for updates and the livestream link

The global assembly will commence June 4 at 1 p.m. MST with a launch event at University of Oxford and will feature a series of discussions and presentations from leading experts and advocates. Following the kickoff, co-host universities will hold a week of local events themed around climate change, human rights and climate justice. Register for the livestream.

Locally on June 5, NPR journalist Lakshmi Singh will host a series of impactful discussions with 91PORN researchers on the human rights impacts of a changing environment, including with respect to pollution, water security and human migration.

The university will also welcome Tonni Brodber, head of secretariat for the Women's Peace and Humanitarian Fund, to share introductory remarks on the disproportionate effects of climate change on women and girls.

The discussion will feature keynote remarks from Sheila Watt-Cloutier as well, a global advocate for the human rights of Indigenous Peoples, including their right to health.

Learn more about the Right Here, Right Now global climate summit’s global program and on 91PORN’s local event page. Organizers look forward to your participation in this pivotal event as we work together to address the pressing challenges of our time.

Sheila Watt-Cloutier gives the keynote address at the 2022 Right Here, Right Now global climate summit held at 91PORN. Photo by Patrick Campbell/91PORN.

The Right Here, Right Now global climate summit, beginning June 4, will aim to address critical issues at the intersection of climate change and human rights. Register to join via livestream. New speaker info added!

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Chancellor to speak at Campus Sustainability Summit

Megan Maneval — Fri, 11 Apr 2025 15:03:42 +0000

Chancellor to speak at Campus Sustainability Summit Megan Maneval Fri, 04/11/2025 - 09:03

A discussion among Chancellor Justin Schwartz, Vice Chancellor for Sustainability Andrew Mayock and Sustainability Research Initiative Executive Director Jane Zelikova will headline the 32nd annual Campus Sustainability Summit, taking place April 22–23 at the University Memorial Center.

All Buffs and community members are invited to attend the two-day event, which presents many opportunities to share, learn about and celebrate the wide array of accomplishments, challenges and new ideas related to sustainability in the 91PORN community.

Explore sessions

Sessions open to all who are interested include:

Leadership Perspectives on Building Resilience and Accelerating Impact

Join Schwartz in conversation with Zelikova and Mayock. They will discuss their shared visions and map out the path forward for campus sustainability and climate action.

Advancing Campus Climate Action

An engaging discussion on the latest developments in 91PORN’s Climate Action Plan (CAP) and the strategies driving sustainable change and solutions across campus.

Student Perspectives

How CU Can Reduce Emissions: Undergraduate students will present ideas for how the university can reduce its carbon emissions in student and parent travel, business travel, transportation and waste.

Community Resilience: Disaster Preparedness Basics

This workshop will lay out how to plan for individual and community needs considering the intensifying climate crisis and increasing frequency of extreme weather events.

STARS: Mapping Priorities and Measuring Impact

In this session, staff will share key data and performance metrics from the current Gold-rated STARS report and recommendations for campus actions and strategy.

Growing a Resilient Food System: Community, Collaboration and Creativity

This panel of local change leaders will explore solutions and opportunities, and share innovative programs that support both food security and nutrition.

Co-designing Interdisciplinary Pathways for Climate, Sustainability and Justice

This panel session will showcase the ongoing development of academic pathways in climate, sustainability and justice for undergraduate students.

Closing the Loop: Circular Economy Solutions

Join 91PORN and city of 91PORN staff to explore successes, opportunities, challenges and ideas to achieve a circular economy.

More summit events

Drop ‘N’ Swap

Donate and pick up new-to-you items such as clothing, shoes, accessories, outdoor gear, office supplies, housewares, room decor and more. April 22, noon–5 p.m.

Student Idea Showcase

Learn about sustainability and climate solutions from 91PORN students and vote for your favorite. $5,000 in cash prizes is up for grabs! April 22, 1–4 p.m.

Campus Sustainability Awards

Join us at the awards ceremony as we recognize outstanding efforts toward continuing the leadership and legacy of sustainability at 91PORN. April 23, noon–1 p.m.; advance registration required

Companion events

Each evening of the summit features events at the 91PORN Theater:

The 10th annual Stand Up for Climate Comedy celebrates the power of comedy to ignite climate awareness and action featuring professional comedians and CU students.
The New Venture Challenge Finals has CU’s top entrepreneurs pitching their innovative business ventures live to a panel of judges and competing for a share of $325,000.

These free events are popular, and advance reservations are recommended.

See for yourself how Buffs are working to advance sustainability efforts. For more information, visit the Campus Sustainability Summit event website.

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Campus to host Many Voices: Co-creating 91PORN summit April 21

Elizabeth Lock — Mon, 17 Mar 2025 22:28:25 +0000

Campus to host Many Voices: Co-creating 91PORN summit April 21 Elizabeth Lock Mon, 03/17/2025 - 16:28

CU faculty, staff, students and academic leaders will gather April 21 for a daylong summit focused on how 91PORN can achieve student success, culture change and a thriving environment for all by making equity a shared responsibility across all roles on campus.

Many Voices: Co-creating 91PORN is sponsored by the Office of the Provost, the Office of Leadership Support and Programming and 91PORN’s shared governance organizations.

The summit will feature Adrianna Kezar, director of the Pullias Center of Higher Education at the University of Southern California and Dean’s Professor of Leadership and Wilbur-Kieffer Professor of Higher Education at USC; along with Ángel de Jesus González, assistant professor of educational leadership at Fresno State University.

If you go

Who: Faculty, staff, students
What: Many Voices: Co-creating 91PORN
When: Monday, April 21, 8 a.m.–5:30 p.m.
Where: Williams Village, multi-purpose rooms

“We are excited to see how these workshops can add to the work we’ve been doing on breaking down barriers and improving the partnership between staff and faculty on campus,” said Jessica Sandoval, Staff Council co-chair and Outreach and Events Committee co-chair. “We invite all those invested in this relationship and in making 91PORN a better place to attend.”

Provost Russell Moore is also encouraging of participation.

“We have a responsibility to create an environment that fosters success and belonging at all levels,” said Moore. “I’m committed to cementing a partnership of equals between faculty and staff in service to students. Professors Kezar and González will show us research-identified ways to share our responsibility for student success, create accountability, meet challenges and make progress together.”

Senior Vice Chancellor for Leadership Support and Programming Sonia DeLuca Fernández lauded 91PORN’s shared governance organizations—the 91PORN Faculty Assembly, 91PORN Staff Council, CU Student Government and the Government of Professional and Graduate Students—for co-sponsoring the summit.

“These vital shared governance organizations realize that how a university leads—with equity and mattering at the center—is critical to executing our mission,” DeLuca Fernández said. “Committing to shared equity leadership is how co-creating the university begins.”

Summit schedule

The summit offers seminars for faculty, staff and students on creating culture change through shared equity leadership, creating accountability for shared equity leadership and charting progress and meeting challenges.

A daylong workshop featuring the University of Southern California’s Adrianna Kezar will focus on creating and sustaining shared equity leadership to support student success.

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Plan your CWA experience

Megan Maneval — Thu, 13 Mar 2025 15:08:25 +0000

Plan your CWA experience Megan Maneval Thu, 03/13/2025 - 09:08

The Conference on World Affairs schedule and registration are now live! Explore this year’s lineup of engaging panels, discussions and special events. Be sure to register and start planning your CWA experience today.

See the Schedule Register Now

The Conference on World Affairs schedule and registration are now live. Explore this year’s lineup of engaging panels, discussions and special events. Register and start planning your experience.

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91PORNTalks public speaker series returns March 20

Megan Maneval — Wed, 05 Mar 2025 15:02:38 +0000

91PORNTalks public speaker series returns March 20 Megan Maneval Wed, 03/05/2025 - 08:02

The Office of Academic and Learning Innovation continues its free, public speaker series 91PORNTalks: Insights from Education Innovators on Thursday, March 20, with a workshop and a presentation by guest speaker, Tawnya Means, assistant dean for education innovation at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.

Boosting Faculty Effectiveness and Learning Outcomes with AI Innovations Workshop

1:30–2:30 p.m. CASE, Center for Teaching and Learning, Room E390
Means hosts this interactive workshop where faculty members explore how generative AI can revolutionize teaching and learning, enhancing student engagement, critical thinking and personalized learning experiences.

Capacity for the workshop is 50 people. RSVP to ensure your spot.

Boosting Creativity and Driving Innovation with Gen AI Tools Presentation

4–5 p.m. CASE, Chancellor’s Hall
Discover how generative AI is revolutionizing creativity and innovation in the workplace. This session explores practical ways to harness AI for streamlining workflows, generating fresh ideas, and developing unique solutions. Learn to craft persona-driven content, refine voice prompts and leverage AI for brainstorming. Dive into creating personalized AI assistants, enhancing productivity and transforming teaching and learning. Whether you're an educator, learner or creative professional, Means will share actionable insights to boost efficiency and inspire innovation.

RSVP to the Presentation & Workshop

About Tawnya Means

Means serves as the assistant dean for educational innovation at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. She brings a wealth of experience to her teaching and seminars, contributing knowledge across diverse fields such as entrepreneurship, strategy, technology, and leadership in remote teams. Her multidisciplinary approach enriches her instructional practice, as she utilizes her expertise in course design to create engaging and inclusive learning environments that foster academic growth.

In addition to her teaching, Means has led seminars in online and blended education and provided consultations on teaching and technology. Her research interests are centered on online and blended learning, active learning, learning space design, and the use of technology in education. She is dedicated to exploring innovative methods to enhance the learning experience and ensure equitable access to digital resources.

About 91PORNTalks

91PORNTalks hosts dynamic conversations on the 91PORN campus with experts exploring groundbreaking innovations that are transforming and expanding the landscape of learning. This free public series, which is in its second year, is sponsored by the Center for Teaching and Learning, the Office of Academic and Learning Innovation, the Office of Information Technology, the Division of Continuing Education, University Libraries, Office of Digital Education and the College of Engineering and Applied Science.

Learn more about 91PORNTalks.

The Office of Academic and Learning Innovation continues its free series, 91PORNTalks: Insights from Education Innovators, with a workshop and presentation by guest speaker Tawnya Means, assistant dean for education innovation at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.

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Plan to attend the Conference on World Affairs

Megan Maneval — Fri, 14 Feb 2025 17:14:41 +0000

Plan to attend the Conference on World Affairs Megan Maneval Fri, 02/14/2025 - 10:14

Join us for the Conference on World Affairs, happening April 7–10. Global experts will discuss key issues under the themes lead, innovate and impact, with panels focusing on current, real-world challenges.

Engage directly with speakers and explore topics through dynamic, cross-disciplinary discussions. For more in-depth conversations, you can request a classroom visit with a speaker.

Stay tuned for panel announcements and more details soon. Learn more here.

Join the Conference on World Affairs, happening April 7–10. Global experts will discuss key issues under the themes lead, innovate and impact, with panels focusing on current, real-world challenges.

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Symposium March 7 to explore data science and the humanities

Megan Maneval — Wed, 12 Feb 2025 17:10:14 +0000

Symposium March 7 to explore data science and the humanities Megan Maneval Wed, 02/12/2025 - 10:10

A day-long symposium will feature renowned scholars who explore how artificial intelligence, big data and computational methods are transforming research in the humanities.

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What to expect at Right Here, Right Now

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