̽»¨ÊÓƵ Student Comedians to Take Climate Humor from Local Earth Day Celebration to Hollywood Climate Summit

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BOULDER, Colo. (May 14, 2026) — Sam Nelson, Liam Connelly, Chloe Hull, and Koyote Manske from the University of Colorado Boulder's Creative Climate Communication course are taking their unique brand of environmental humor to the national stage, representing the university at the upcoming Ìýto close the eventsÌýon June 4 at the Ìý

The student comedy group, recognized for their performances at the 11th annual event at the historic Boulder Theater, will bring their sharp wit and compelling storytelling to Los Angeles. Hosted in collaboration with the Hip Hop Caucus and Inside the Greenhouse, the Hollywood Climate Summit closing event will , emphasizing the power of humor in addressing the climate crisis.Ìý

During the local Earth Day Eve celebration in Boulder, the students shared the stage with headlining professional comedians, delivering stand-up sets and sketches that tackled climate anxiety, sustainability, and environmental action. Their standout performances paved the way for their upcoming participation at the Los Angeles , where they will perform original material for a diverse audience of climate justice advocates, industry professionals, and comedy fans. Want to check it out? Enjoy two days of hands-on programming, meaningful networking, and plant-based eats in Los Angeles (and free online via livestream) on June 3 and 4. Use our partner code HCSFAM 50% off your ticket! Grab yours at hollywoodclimatesummit.com/ticketsÌý

Max Boykoff, Faculty Executive Director of the SPIKE Center for Sustainability Education at ̽»¨ÊÓƵ, praised the students for their innovative approach to environmental advocacy.Ìý

"Humor is an incredibly powerful tool for breaking down barriers and making the complex realities of climate change accessible to everyday people," said Boykoff. "Seeing our students take the material they developed for our Earth Day Eve event and perform it on a prominent stage atÌýthe Hollywood Climate SummitÌýis a testament to the impact of creative climate communication. They aren't just making people laugh; they are sparking meaningful dialogue and inspiring real climate action."Ìý

The SPIKE Center for Sustainability Education, which hosted the ̽»¨ÊÓƵ event, continues to champion the integration of arts and sciences to mobilize communities. By utilizing humor as an engaging storytelling tool, these student performers are helping to break down complex ecological issues, proving that the fight for a sustainable future can be both impactful and entertaining.Ìý

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