CENTER FOR LATIN AMERICAN STUDIES

CLAS is in Session

October 23, 2023

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Capoeira Workshop and Roda

Join us to experience this incredible Afro-Brazilian art form!
Participants will have the opportunity to learn capoeira movements and music from Capoeira master, Fabio Cunha (Mestre Lobinho).
The workshop is open to the public and all ages are welcome.
When: Sat., Oct. 28, 5-7p.m.

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Call for Papers
National Association of Hispanic and Latino Studies

The National Association of Hispanic and Latino Studies will host its national conference in Austin, Texas February 15-17, 2024. Around 400 research sessions, roundtables, panel discussions, performances and demonstrations will be scheduled throughout the week. The conference will also include many exhibitors, a career fair and health screenings.

Persons interested in presenting a paper, round table, etc. should submit an abstract, not to exceed two (2) pages that are related to Hispanic, Latino and Chicano experiences. Subjects may include, but are not limited to: immigration, voting rights, access to education, poverty, COVID, racial profiling, road to citizenship, literature, demographics, history, politics, economics, education, health care, fine arts, religion, social sciences, business and many other subjects.

Presentation times: Individual presentations – 25 minutes, with 5 minutes for Q&A; Panel presentations (3 or more panelists) – 45 minutes, with 15 minutes for Q&A.
Interested scholars should submit his/her abstract with presenter’s name, institution/organization, address, phone and email no later than Saturday, November 11, 2023. Please forward abstracts to: Dr. Lemuel Berry, Jr., Executive Director, NAAAS & Affiliates, PO Box 545, Westbrook, ME 04098-0545, or by fax to 207-856-2800, or via email at naaasconference@naaas.org.

Post Doctoral Position Open
Rutgers Center for Latin American Studies

The Center for Latin American Studies (CLAS) of the School of Arts and Sciences at Rutgers University, New Brunswick, invites applications for a non-renewable two-year Postdoctoral Associate position in Latin American Studies. Desired applications include a strong multi-regional training in the fields of Anthropology, Geography, History, Politics, or Sociology, with work on indigeneity, violence, migration, race, gender, or urban studies.
Specialists on Central America or Mexico whose work engages state policies, migration, borders and mobilities, inequality, violence, social movements, climate change, and indigenous or Afro-descendant communities are especially encouraged to apply.

Applicants must have received the Ph.D. between July 1, 2021, and July 1, 2024. Applicants who have not completed their Ph.D. at the time of application will need to provide official verification of completion by July 1, 2024. The appointment will be effective September 1, 2022.
Applications should consist of a cover letter, a CV, a brief description (not to exceed two pages in length) of teaching and research interests, and three letters of recommendation.
Questions should be addressed to Professor Aldo Lauria Santiago at LatinAmericanStudies@lcs.rutgers.edu.
Review of applications will commence on 1 January 2024 and continue until the position is filled.

Call for scholarships at Americas International College 2024-2025

IBS Americas is pleased to announce that the call for scholarships for the Americas International College is now open! The scholarships are designed to support talented and motivated students who wish to improve their skills and knowledge of Strategy and Marketing for Emergent Economies, focusing on the BRICS, all while having an international experience in the leading country of South America. The scholarship covers 70% of the tuition fee.

The call is aimed at the students and graduates. The deadline to apply is October 30th. To know the requirements and get the application form, click the link below:

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Ohio Wesleyan to Host Free Oct. 28 Symposium Exploring Art and the Environment

Join Chilean poet Christian Formoso and Camila Querin, a scholar of Brazilian political art, among other artists and scholars for a free daylong environment and art symposium titled “Tempest: Poetry, Music and Art for a Regenerative Earth” on Saturday, October 28, 2023 at Ohio Wesleyan University.
If you plan to attend, please complete the meal registration form for the Dinner and Discussion portion of the event.

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Mahama to present Successes and Challenges of Post-Cold War African Democracy

His Excellency John Mahama, the former president of Ghana (2012 – 2017), will deliver a lecture on the current status of democracy in Africa, in light of the recent coup d’états in Burkina Faso, Niger and Gabon. Earlier this year, Mahama announced his plans to run for president in the 2024 election. The event will be held on October 27 from 2 – 4 p.m. in 131 Hitchcock Hall, and is supported by the Center for African Studies as part of its public lecture series on contemporary African affairs.

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Course Offerings - Spring 2024
Portugese

Portugese course offerings are now available for Spring 2024.
Click below to access the Spanish and Portuguese Department course list:

SPPO Course List

Upcoming events

October 28

5–7 p.m.

Capoeira Workshop and Capoeira Open Roda

Join the Center for Latin American Studies and the Tuttle Park Community Center, for a Capoeira workshop with Capoeira Mestre Lobinho, from the Capoeira Mangalot group. The workshop is free and open to the public. Additionally, the workshop will be followed by an open Capoeira Roda (circle).

Oct 3, Nov 7, Dec 5

5:00–6:30 p.m.

"What's your Story?: Teaching and Learning across Culture and Content" workshop series

This teacher education opportunity aims to promote dialogic linguistic education through exchanges of theoretical and practical knowledge in the area of teaching and learning among participants: undergraduate and graduate students in Languages and Education, and teachers of basic education (K12) from diverse subject areas.

November 3, 13, 30

CLAS FLAS Fellowship Information Sessions (via Zoom)

All prospective FLAS applicants are strongly encouraged to attend one of CLAS' Foreign Language and Area Studies (FLAS) Fellowship Information sessions, to be held via Zoom. Each session includes a presentation on the fellowship and application process and an opportunity to ask questions.

November 6

5:30-7:00 p.m.

Joint Virtual Open House: Graduate School in Latin American & Caribbean Studies

Interested in furthering your education with a focus in Latin American or Caribbean studies? Curious about which graduate school would be the best match for you?
Join four top Latin American & Caribbean centers for a virtual open house. Hear about what to expect in graduate school, learn what makes each school distinct, and have small group conversations with representatives from each school.

November 20

12:00-1:30 p.m.

Mershon Monday: Caterina Preda, Memory and Dictatorship

Professor Caterina Preda will present part of her work on modern dictatorships in Eastern Europe and Latin America, highlighting Romania and Chile. Professor Dorothy Noyes of the Mershon Center for International Security Studies will be the moderator of this event. With CSEEES Director Professor Angela Brintlinger and Professor Ana Del Sarto (Literatures and Cultures of Latin America) serving as respondents.