Celebrating 75 years, the Conference on World Affairs in 2023 brought perspectives on the climate’s impact—impacts on urban planning, employment, food production and other aspects of daily life. Panelists considered how journalism and the arts affect public perception of the changing climate and more.

Attendees check out books during CWA. (Casey A. Cass/University of Colorado)
Attendees listen to CU alumnus and documentary filmmaker and photographer Jim Balog. (Glenn J. Asakawa/University of Colorado)
CU alumnus and award-winning documentary filmmaker and photographer Jim Balog presents his work (Glenn J. Asakawa/University of Colorado)
CU alumnus and award-winning documentary filmmaker and photographer Jim Balog presents his work (Glenn J. Asakawa/University of Colorado)
Victor Mestas and the CU Latin American Jazz Ensemble and Latin American Jazz Big Band perform. (Glenn J. Asakawa/University of Colorado)
The CU Latin American Jazz Ensemble and Latin American Jazz Big Band perform. (Glenn J. Asakawa/University of Colorado)
Students perform a high-energy routine choreographed by Jesús Muñoz, a master of fine art student. (Glenn J. Asakawa/University of Colorado)
Students perform a high-energy routine choreographed by Jesús Muñoz, a master of fine art student. (Glenn J. Asakawa/University of Colorado)
Chancellor Philip DiStefano introduces Rose Marcario, former CEO of Patagonia. (Glenn J. Asakawa/University of Colorado)
Panelist David Orr speaks during the Democracy in Hotter Times panel. (Casey A. Cass/University of Colorado)
Attendees take in the Colorado River Crisis: How Did We Get Here panel. (Casey A. Cass/University of Colorado)
Attendees visit with panelist Anne Castle. (Casey A. Cass/University of Colorado)
The CU Faculty Jazz ensemble perform. (Glenn J. Asakawa/University of Colorado)
Audience members listen as Rose Marcario answers questions. (Glenn J. Asakawa/University of Colorado)
The How Climate Change Impacts National Security panel. (Casey A. Cass/University of Colorado)