Teen Socrates Seminar

August 9, 2013 - August 11, 2013
Aspen, CO

This three-day seminar, led by an expert moderator, convenes teens ages 15-17, creating a forum in which students can gain insight into timely and important topics. Participants are moved to voice their own opinions, opening a lively dialogue in which diverse viewpoints are valued. Fee: $425; scholarships available.

Society of Fellows Luncheon: The New Frontier: Breakthroughs in Mapping the Brain

August 9, 2013
Aspen, CO

Featuring Amishi Jha, Associate Professor of Psychology and Director of Contemplative Neuroscience, Mindfulness Research & Practice Initiative, University of Miami.

The Aspen Seminar

August 10, 2013 - August 16, 2013
Aspen, CO

For almost 60 years, this premier roundtable has challenged leaders in every field to think more critically and deeply. The seminar is a unique opportunity to step away from the demands of the present and reflect with other leaders in moderated, text-based Socratic dialogue on the concept of a good and just society: What is it? How does it become a reality?

Society of Fellows Summer Reception

August 10, 2013
Aspen, CO

Special closing reception held in gratitude for all Society of Fellows. This event is exclusively offered to Society of Fellows supporters.

28th Annual Aspen Institute Conference on Communications Policy

August 11, 2013 - August 14, 2013
Aspen, CO
Communications and Society Program

Key decision makers from the telecommunications and information industries, user and consumer groups, academics, non-profit leaders, and representatives from federal, state and local government address issues of communications regulation, competition and public policy.

Society of Fellows One Day Symposium: Turkey: The Rise of a Regional and Global Power

August 12, 2013
Aspen, CO

This Society of Fellows symposium will address Turkey’s extraordinary history; its pivotal role in Europe, notably with the European Union; its growing geopolitical aspirations; and implications for US foreign policy.

Henry Crown Fellowship Program, Class of 2011

August 12, 2013 - August 16, 2013
Aspen, CO
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NEW VIEWS Documentaries & Dialogue, co-presented with Aspen Film

August 12, 2013
Aspen, CO

A recent renaissance in documentary filmmaking is having a major impact on public discourse. The Aspen Institute and Aspen Film bring to the Roaring Fork Valley NEW VIEWS Documentaries & Dialogue, a series featuring critically acclaimed documentaries and conversations with special guests. This summer’'s series launches during the Aspen Ideas Festival and continues through August.

McCloskey Speaker Series A Conversation with Economist Dambisa Moyo

August 13, 2013
Aspen, CO

McCloskey Speaker Series
A Conversation with Economist Dambisa Moyo

Hurst Lecture Series

August 14, 2013
Aspen, CO

Hurst Lecture Series
Featuring Senator John McCain (R-AZ) in conversation with Walter Isaacson, president and CEO, the Aspen Institute
Greenwald Pavilion, 4:00-5:00 p.m.
Fee: $20. Tickets on sale June 31 at www.aspenshowtix.com.

Society of Fellows Discussion Reception: Democracy and Despots: Which Africa will Emerge?

August 15, 2013
Aspen, CO

Featuring Joel Barkan, professor emeritus of political science, University of Iowa and senior associate, Center for Strategic & International Studies, Africa Program.

Perspectives from the American Enterprise Institute

August 16, 2013
Aspen, CO

Perspectives from the American Enterprise Institute

Society of Fellows Luncheon: Mind Shifts: Unleashing Your Leadership Potential

August 16, 2013
Aspen, CO

Featuring Lisa Arie, Founder, Vista Caballo.

This event is offered exclusively to Society of Fellows supporters.

Society of Fellows Symposium: Thoughts on the Good Life: Creating a Lasting Legacy

August 20, 2013 - August 23, 2013
Aspen, CO

This Society of Fellows symposium examines questions that deeper our understanding of what it means to have a good life. It will address core questions which have motivated the Aspen Institute’s work for over 60 years. What makes a good life? How do I find satisfaction and meaning?

Future Health 100 Retreat

August 21, 2013 - August 23, 2013
Aspen, CO
Program on Philanthropy and Social Innovation (PSI)

Hosted in partnership with Healthspottr, The Future Health 100 Retreat is a private gathering of up to 200 leading healthcare innovators, investors and policy advocates. Participants will be asked to imagine new business models, technologies, clinical protocols and social policies that can accelerate the pace of healthcare transformation and advance our pursuit to end childhood obesity.

The Aspen Seminar

August 24, 2013 - August 30, 2013
Aspen, CO

For almost 60 years, this premier roundtable has challenged leaders in every field to think more critically and deeply. The seminar is a unique opportunity to step away from the demands of the present and reflect with other leaders in moderated, text-based Socratic dialogue on the concept of a good and just society: What is it? How does it become a reality?

Aspen Creative Placemaking Roundtable

September 8, 2013 - September 10, 2013
Aspen, CO
Global Initiative on Culture and Society

The Aspen Creative Placemaking Roundtable serves as an influential platform that regularly brings diverse creative placemakers, civic leaders, business executives, and other eminent personalities together to Aspen to solve pressing local issues by using the tools of creative placemaking.

The Aspen Seminar

September 21, 2013 - September 27, 2013
Aspen, CO

For almost 60 years, this premier roundtable has challenged leaders in every field to think more critically and deeply. The seminar is a unique opportunity to step away from the demands of the present and reflect with other leaders in moderated, text-based Socratic dialogue on the concept of a good and just society: What is it? How does it become a reality?

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