The Aspen Institute Courses

Funding the Arts and Resetting the Creative Economy

Explore the economic impact of arts and culture, its challenges during COVID-19, and strategies for ensuring its stability. Insights on funding, technology, and the role of artists in society.

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

Reset the Net for American Workers - Financial Resiliency and Paid Family Leave

Exploring solutions for financial resiliency and paid family leave in America, addressing the need for collaboration between government and businesses to improve employee benefits.

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

Resetting for Equity and Inclusion in the American Economy - Plenary 1

Exploring structural economic weaknesses exposed by COVID-19 and discussing strategies for creating an equitable economy that serves all citizens through investment, infrastructure, and inclusive policies.

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

Future of College Sports - Reimagining Athletes' Rights

Explore the evolving landscape of college athletics, focusing on athletes' rights, compensation, and the potential reshaping of the NCAA model in this thought-provoking discussion.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 7 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Future of College Sports - Reimagining Athletes' Rights

Explore the evolving landscape of college athletics, focusing on athletes' rights, compensation, and the potential reshaping of the NCAA model in this thought-provoking discussion.

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

Going Viral - Origin Stories of Passion in the Sciences

Renowned scientists share personal stories of how they discovered their passion for science, exploring the intersections of scientific discovery and storytelling in this unique dialogue.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 31 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Hunger and Health: The Devastating Impact of Structural Racism

Explore the profound connection between structural racism, hunger, and health outcomes, examining systemic inequalities and their far-reaching consequences on marginalized communities.

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

How Schools Can Support Teaching and Learning to Address Climate Change

Educators discuss strategies for teaching climate change, focusing on sustainability, resilience, and empowering students with knowledge and skills to address environmental challenges.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 5 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Beyond Policing - Creating Safe and Just Communities

Explore community-driven approaches to achieve safety and justice, addressing historic injustices and systemic disparities while reimagining criminal justice transformation.

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

Foundation Presidents' Roundtable - Philanthropy and Democracy with Larry Kramer

Insightful discussion on democracy, polarization, and philanthropy's role in addressing societal challenges, featuring Hewlett Foundation President Larry Kramer's perspectives on governance and civic engagement.

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

The View from Bogotá - A Conversation with President Iván Duque Márquez

Explore Colombia's perspective on global issues through a live conversation with President Iván Duque Márquez, moderated by Financial Times' Gideon Rachman.

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

Collective: Uncovering Corruption in Romanian Healthcare - A Conversation with Cast and Director

Insightful discussion on award-winning documentary "Collective," exploring corruption in Romania's healthcare system, featuring director, journalist, and health minister. Moderated by NYT's Margot Sanger-Katz.

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

Washington's Changing Landscape: Post-Election Politics and New Dynamics

Insightful discussion on post-election political landscape, exploring new dynamics in White House, Congress, and Supreme Court with expert journalists and correspondents.

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

Creating Conditions for Student Success - A Policymakers' School Climate Playbook

Strategies for policymakers to create positive learning environments in schools, addressing current crises and promoting student success through comprehensive state-wide systems.

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

A New Era for Cities - Reimagining Urban Planning for Equity and Sustainability

Explore the future of urban planning in light of COVID and climate crises, focusing on equitable, just, and sustainable design for reimagined cities.

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