The former director of the White House Visitor’s Office spoke to the CU Independent about career and her advice for students. By Carina Julig
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Grand Canyon National Park’s first openly lesbian superintendent visits Boulder at Conference on World Affairs
Chris Lehnertz, first female superintendent of the Grand Canyon, spoke at the CWA about her job and her goals for the park. By Carina Julig
Importance of exercising empathy discussed at Conference on World Affairs
A panel with diverse expertise spoke on working with vulnerable groups and human rights issues by using empathy By Heidi Harris
‘Daily Show’ co-founder talks about media, activism and comedy during Conference on World Affairs
The co-founder of The Daily Show, Winstead talked about using comedy to handle complex situations. By Anna Blanco
Opinion: The war on women discussed at Conference on World Affairs
Our society has oppressed women through the patriarchy and re-enforced gender norms. It is time to fight back. By Carlisle Olsen
Panelists discuss what it means to be an adult at Conference on World Affairs
The session, titled “Grow Up! But How?”, offered ideas on the concept of being an adult beyond paying bills. By Maris Westrum
Panel asks: ‘Is it time to dump the Electoral College?’ at Conference on World Affairs
The panel on the Electoral College discussed reasons why, according to the speakers, the system is unfair and outdated. By Jake Mauff
Panelists discuss nationalism in Trump era, and its flaws, at Conference on World Affairs
Three panelists talked about nationalism and how it can divide the public and marginalize certain groups. By Sydney Worth
Role of whistleblowers in society is important, say panelists at Conference on World Affairs
The panel discussed the role of watchdog organizations, insiders and the press in keeping government accountable. By Carina Julig
Stigma around mental health discussed during Conference on World Affairs panel
Panelists discussed how to get help with mental health and how to change the language we use to talk about mental illness. By Jake Mauff