More than a dozen student groups thrive at the Josef Korbel School of International Studies, reflecting the diverse interests prevailing within the institution. From security and global finance groups to human rights and development organizations; from intra-mural basketball to graduate student government, Josef Korbel School of International Studies students are apt to find an extracurricular community that suits their academic and social interests.

Association of Human Rights Students (AHRS)

The Association of Human Rights Students (AHRS) seeks to provide a peer support network for Josef Korbel School of International Studies students enrolled in the M.A. in International Human Rights program. (You do not have to be seeking an M.A. in the International HR program to be involved in group activities.) The group will accomplish this purpose by providing a welcoming environment for human rights students to share their work, participate in field-based discussions, provide peer thesis support, share internship resources, provide mentoring to first year human rights students, and engage in social activities. AHRS will also connect with faculty specializing in human rights to provide additional support and guidance to human rights students.

The Council on International Finance, Trade and Economics (CIFTE)

For more information on the Council for International Finance, Trade and Economics, please visit the CIFTE website.

Denver Women in International Security (DWIIS)

Denver Women in International Security (DWIIS) brings understanding of international and homeland security issues to students and explores the rising role of women in the establishment of new policies and procedures for approaching international issues.

DU Task Force on Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking

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The Global Health Group

The Global Health Group is a student organization intent on bringing international health needs and crises to the forefront of international education. This group brings in seasoned and dynamic healthcare professionals to discuss the latest issues and concerns in order to promote a better understanding of health's critical impact on the realm of international affairs.

The Graduate Student Association (Student Government)

The Graduate Student Association (Student Government) represents students in all policy-making activities affecting student interests, promotes social and intellectual interaction between students, facilitates communication between various cultures with respect to diversity and creativity of individuals represented at the school, enhances understanding of the international environment, and nurtures mature discussion of student concerns. The student government Executive Council includes a president, vice president, secretary, MA representative, Ph.D. representative, and international student representative. The Ph.D. and MA representatives hold voting positions on the Graduate Studies Committee, which directs the academic life of Josef Korbel School of International Studies . The Ph.D., MA, and international student representatives are all voting members of the Josef Korbel School of International Studies Faculty Council.

The University Graduate Student Association Council (GSAC)

The University Graduate Student Association Council (GSAC) represents all graduate units at DU and coordinates activities to promote the academic, social, cultural, and general welfare of graduate students at the University. For more information, contact the GSAC office at 303.871.3842.

The GSIS International Finance Club (IFC)

The GSIS International Finance Club (IFC) promotes understanding of international global financial interests among faculty and students in various degree programs at the Josef Korbel School of International Studies, as well as the dual degree program with the Daniels College of Business. The group strives to bring in experienced professionals in the field from all over the globe to speak to students here at DU.

International Graduate Organization

International Graduate Organization (IGO) is aimed at helping student groups collaborate, communicate, and coordinate their work. This page serves as a an information warehouse for student group leaders.

Peace Corps Community

The Peace Corps Community is an inclusive, campus-wide, student organization that promotes the international voluntary spirit of the Peace Corps and builds vibrant communities. The primary efforts of the PCC center on: providing support to students interested in local & international voluntary service; sharing skills, knowledge and expertise in international community work; motivating students to engage in community service locally and globally; partnering with groups with similar interests to broaden opportunities to fellow students; and having fun and networking!

The Organization of Security Students(OSS)

The Organization of Security Students (OSS) is a diverse student group organized to promote an understanding of current international and national security issues. The members of OSS seek to engage a variety of ideologies that influence and impact security issues in order to challenge and further develop their own thoughts and beliefs.

OSS members actively examine security issues through discussion forums with conflict resolution, human rights, and development groups, as well as faculty presentations. These multi-disciplinary events establish a broad awareness of significant issues that professionals and academics continue to face in the globalizing world. The OSS email address is gsis_security@du.edu.

The GSIS Student Art Council

The Student Art Council provides a venue for students and teachers to give the DU community a glimpse of where they've been, what they've seen, and what they may have picked up along the way.

This year, we plan to run an art and photography competition during the Winter Quarter that will culminate in a banquet-stylee show where winners are announced and prizes handed out. All types of submissions are encouraged, from arts and crafts to photographs of landscapes, people, weather, places, architecture, buildings, etc.

By bringing together people from the School of Social Work, Daniels College of Business and the School of Intercultural Communication, we'll incorporate some friendly competition while giving everyone an opportunity to see what their colleagues have seen.

We look forward to putting on a great show and would love for you to be a part of it!

Tait Robinson (trobins4@du.edu) and Diana Higuera (dhiguera@du.edu) chair the Art Council, please direct any questions or queries their way.

Students for Africa (SFA)

Students for Africa (SFA) is a student organization at the Josef Korbel School of International Studies that seeks to create an awareness of the countries of Africa and the African diaspora through dialogue, community outreach, and educational programs. This group aims to create a lasting presence and interest in Africarelated issues on the DU campus as well as the community at large.

Sustainable International Development Institute (SIDI)

The Sustainable International Development Institute is dedicated to the improvement of the human condition through the creation of a more sustainable world. Its mission is to promote innovative, effective global development by participating in grass-roots activism, region-specific research, and the exchange of ideas and information.