Category: Community Events
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CLAS and the Georgetown Americas Institute: “Democratic and Legal Regression in the Americas”
Democracy is in crisis in the Americas, as it is around the world. Simultaneously, the rule of law has been and remains weak in the region. How are these phenomena related, how…
October 30, 2025
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“Institutional and Political Crisis in Peru”: LAC Moments
Alberto Vergara, professor of social and political science at Universidad del Pacífico (Lima, Peru); Cynthia McClintock, professor of political science at George Washington…
October 26, 2025
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“On the Move: Migration Policies in Latin America and the Caribbean”: Book Talk
Andrew Selee and Valerie Lacarte book, “On the Move: Migration Policies in Latin America and the Caribbean,” is the first comprehensive exploration of how nations throughout…
September 27, 2025
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“Balancing Powers? Courts and Presidents in Brazil and the U.S.”: LAC Moments
This LAC Moments will feature a comparative discussion of courts and presidents in Brazil and the United States. Discussants include: Luciano da Ros, assistant professor in the…
September 21, 2025
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Muito Obrigado, Brasil!
In addition to twenty M.A. degrees, an additional seven minors and four Graduate Certificates in Latin American Studies were awarded in the commencement ceremony of May 17. The…
May 16, 2025
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CLAS Brindis
CLAS Director Prof. Kapiszewski delivered a heartfelt toast of appreciation and congratulations to the students who were completing their capstones, their minor thesis projects,…
May 1, 2025
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CLAS Colloquium on Trade
The second Colloquium explored trade in the western hemisphere, diving into traditional trade theory; recent trade policy changes, challenges, and opportunities; as well as the…
April 4, 2025
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SIGLA Hackathon
The Spring 2025 edition of the SIGLA Hackathon brought together more than 12 participants with different academic and professional experiences. Supported by SIGLA Research…
April 4, 2025
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CLAS Colloquium on Migration
Professor Katharine Donato examined migration’s evolution, noting the shift from male-dominated migration flows to increasing numbers of women and children, particularly after…
March 28, 2025
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CLAS Ambassador Series
On Thursday, February 20th, 2025, the Center for Latin American Studies (CLAS) welcomed H.E. Milena Mayorga, El Salvador’s Ambassador to the U.S., as part of its Ambassador…
February 20, 2025