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Latin American Studies Minor Thesis Presentations

Under the guidance of Professor of Record Dr. Victor Fernández-Mallat and their individual faculty advisors, each student presented original research. Congratulations to this…

April 29, 2025

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CLAS Ambassador Series with H.E. Javier Efraín Bu Soto

The series is designed to provide the CLAS and Georgetown University community an opportunity to meet and talk with the region’s ambassadors about contemporary issues impacting…

April 24, 2025

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LARS ProPELAC Student Research Showcase

LARS offers an opportunity for Georgetown faculty, visiting researchers and fellows, and doctoral students whose work focuses on Latin America and the Caribbean to share their…

April 9, 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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Casa Pueblo

The presentation examined how grassroots activism, direct democracy, and education have transformed Puerto Rico’s environmental landscape. According to Dr. Arturo Massol-Deyá,…

March 26, 2025

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ProPELAC Convening: The Challenges of Energy Transition in Latin America and the Caribbean

The event at Georgetown University convened leading experts to discuss the complexities of transitioning to clean energy in the region. Dr. Jenny Guardado, Assistant Professor at…

February 21, 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

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Visualizing Inka Cusco

Their presentation,  “Visualizing Inka Cusco,” was a culmination of their extensive research outlining the urban study of Inca Cusco and its three-dimensional recreation…

February 18, 2025