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“Wandering Stars” by Tommy Orange Wins the 2025 Aspen Words Literary Prize

Tommy Orange was named winner of the prize for "Wandering Stars," a family story that traces the legacies of the Sand Creek Massacre of 1864 and the Carlisle Indian Industrial School through three generations.

23 hours ago
Announcing the 2025 Renée Fleming Neuroarts Investigator Awards Recipients

Renée Fleming Foundation and NeuroArts Blueprint Initiative announce second round of awards to support collaborative research and deepen the science of arts and health.

23 hours ago
Southwest Wisconsin Technical College Named Winner of $1 Million 2025 Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence

Rural Wisconsin College Wins Nation’s Top Prize for Community College Excellence; three community colleges in Alabama, Texas, and Washington State also recognized.

7 days ago
Aspen Challenge: San Diego Culminates in Solution Showcase

Over the past nine weeks, 15 high school teams from across SDUSD took aim at critical challenges close to home, with the goal of building a stronger, more connected city. 

7 days ago
Global Leaders Assemble for Transformative “Act III” Initiative to Drive Positive Change at Scale

As the Aspen Institute celebrates its 75th anniversary, Act III represents the organization's foundational belief in the power of dialogue and leadership as catalysts for societal transformation.

7 days ago
Aspen Global Innovators Group and the Doris Duke Foundation Honor Lola Adedokun’s Legacy of Leadership and Community Impact

This award will celebrate and support exceptional leaders who embody her values of social justice, collaboration, and bold leadership in advancing community-driven solutions. 

1 week ago
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