The Aspen Institute Courses

Building for the Future: Investing in Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation in Schools - Day 1

Explore opportunities to transform school infrastructure into sustainable models, featuring insights from experts on creating eco-friendly buildings, grounds, and transportation systems for a cleaner, more resilient future.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 10 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Deplatforming Trump - The Facebook Oversight Board Decision and Its Implications

Experts discuss the Facebook Oversight Board's decision to uphold Trump's account suspension, exploring its implications for social media, free speech, and platform governance.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 13 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

New and Enduring Challenges - Evaluating the Biden Administration's Response to Regional and Global Crises

Experts evaluate Biden administration's response to global challenges, including Russian aggression, China's influence, and nuclear threats from Iran and North Korea.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 2 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

A Conversation with Jake Sullivan - Foreign Policy and National Security Challenges

Insightful discussion on Biden administration's foreign policy challenges, priorities, and "foreign policy for the middle class" approach, featuring National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 1 minute
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

A Conversation with Kathleen Hicks - Changing Defense Priorities and Innovation

Explore U.S. defense priorities, innovation strategies, and competitive edge with Deputy Secretary Kathleen Hicks as she discusses the DoD's pressing concerns and future direction post-Afghanistan withdrawal.

• YouTube
• 58 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

The Biden Administration's First 100 Days in Review

Comprehensive analysis of Biden's initial foreign policy and national security actions, featuring high-level officials and expert journalists discussing key challenges and strategies.

• YouTube
• 3 hours 2 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

European Central Bank Policies and Economic Outlook - A Conversation with Christine Lagarde

Insightful discussion with Christine Lagarde on European economic policies, monetary strategies, and global financial challenges, offering unique perspectives on current economic issues.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 1 minute
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

From Variants to Vaccinations - An Update on the COVID-19 Pandemic with Dr. Anthony Fauci

Dr. Fauci discusses vaccine rollout, herd immunity, variants, and therapeutics, offering insights on the pandemic's current state and future outlook, including vaccine hesitancy and global challenges.

• YouTube
• 23 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

The Future of US Healthcare in a Post-COVID World

Experts discuss post-pandemic healthcare, addressing systemic issues and opportunities for improvement. Topics include vaccines, public health, equity, interoperability, and future healthcare delivery models.

• YouTube
• 58 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

The Future of Worker Financial Security - The Nexus of Work and Benefits

Explore the relationship between work arrangements, benefits, and financial security for low-income workers in the US, examining disparities and potential solutions for improved stability.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 1 minute
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

From mRNA Science to Virus Vectors - Prime Time for Vaccine Technology

Explore groundbreaking vaccine technologies beyond COVID-19, including mRNA cancer vaccines and universal flu shots, with experts discussing their potential to revolutionize disease prevention and treatment.

• YouTube
• 1 hour
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Building a Healthier Brain at Any Age

Explore brain health, Alzheimer's prevention, and caregiving with experts Dr. Sanjay Gupta and Maria Shriver. Learn lifestyle changes for better cognitive function and understand gender differences in brain diseases.

• YouTube
• 28 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Health Innovation and Ethical Considerations in Genome Editing - Day 2 Plenary

Explore cutting-edge CRISPR technology, ethical considerations in genome editing, and the future of genetic engineering with leading experts in this thought-provoking plenary session.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 47 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Isabel Wilkerson Discusses "Caste: The Origins of Our Discontents"

Pulitzer Prize-winning author Isabel Wilkerson discusses her groundbreaking book "Caste" with Elizabeth Alexander, exploring the hidden hierarchies that shape American society and their profound impact on our lives.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 3 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Isabel Wilkerson Discusses "Caste: The Origins of Our Discontents"

Pulitzer Prize-winning author Isabel Wilkerson discusses her groundbreaking book "Caste" with Elizabeth Alexander, exploring the hidden hierarchies shaping American society and their profound impact on our lives.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 3 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video