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Though not a graspable reality at this time, CLAS is already planning for a not-too-distant future when our experiences are not limited to the extent they have been since February 2020. As a CLAS stakeholder, we hope you continue to share your ideas as we adapt to changing conditions and streamline experiences.
The successful China, Latin America and the Caribbean: Infrastructure, Connectivity and Everyday Life conference is now available for viewing through the CLARI site and links in our CLAS page. Panoramas continues this Friday, February 12 with Aby Neiser leading a discussion of her article: The Double-Edged Sword of Lithium Mining’s Sustainability in South America. Earlier that day, the Emerging Latinx Communities Group will restart its cycle of discussions as well. Join us for these exciting opportunities.
At CLAS we are constantly challenging ourselves to improve, and while we sometimes prototype programs, activities, and engagement live, ultimately our aim is to refine, grow and make our work more impactful. As such, we appreciate your critiques, suggestions, and encouragement.
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CLAS ANNOUNCEMENTS & EVENTS
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Emerging Latinx Communities Group
February 12, 2021
In Zoom, 10:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m.
For information on upcoming meeting and how to join click "HERE"
With the support of the Center for Latin American Studies, we explore 1) the problems Latinos in small yet rapidly growing populations face, and 2) how to solve those problems. We hope to get new writing and research collaborations going! Open to all interested: students, faculty, staff, and practitioners from Pitt and beyond. If you want to get extra network time, we will be there 30 minutes before and after the meeting time.
Next meetings in 2021: Mar. 12, Apr. 16
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Lithium Mining in South America: A Double-Edged Sword of Sustainability
Friday, February 12, 2021
4:15 p.m. EST
Upcoming updates: 2/19, 2/26, 3/5, 3/12, 3/19, 4/2, 4/16, 4/23 |
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Crimes Against Humanity in Latin America Series: Nicaragua
On February 25th at 6:00 p.m. acclaimed editorial cartoonist Pedro X. Molina (in exile in the United States), UCA’s Mario Sánchez and Social Scientist and Anahí Napal (FUNIDES) will reflect on the events that followed the student protests of April 2018 in Nicaragua, as well as the antecedents and the political and social context within which their echo has impacted daily life in the country.
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The Dark Side of Superfoods: Negative Externalities
in Luxury Commodity Consumption
by Caelan Hidalgo Schick
5:30 p.m.
February 17, 2021
The Latin America and the Caribbean Competency Virtual Series is an opportunity for students to learn more about different topics related to this area and connect with the guest speakers outside of the classroom environment.
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It all Starts with Human Milk: Normalizing Nature for a Lifetime of Health
February 25, 2021
4:00 p.m.
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Language: Spanish
Runtime: 1h 42m
In her feature debut, Lila Ávilés turns the monotonous work day of Eve, a chambermaid at a high-end Mexico city hotel, into a beautifully observed film of rich detail. Set entirely in this alienating environment, with extended scenes taking place in the guest rooms, hallways, and cleaning facilities, this minimalist yet sumptuous movie brings to the fore Eve's hopes, dreams, and desires. For more information about other films and dates, click "HERE"
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CLAS Faculty Research Grants Application--Summer 2021, click “HERE”
CLAS Graduate Student Field Research Grants Application--Summer 2021, click “HERE”
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SAVE THE DATE!
Latin American Social and Public Policy Conference (LASPP)
March 25-27, 2021
March 25, 2021—Documentary: Statistics and Chance:
2019 documentary about Carmelo Mesa-Lago, by Carlos Díaz and Elaine Acosta
March 26, 2021—Keynote Speaker:
Dr. Carmelo Mesa-Lago, Distinguished Service Professor Emeritus of Economics and Latin American Studies, University of Pittsburgh
Four Decades of Private Pensions in Latin America (1980-2020): Promises and Realities
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Dear Festival Community,
As we had originally targeted April 10, 2021 for our Latin American and Caribbean Festival, and we must move cautiously through COVID-19 risk mitigation, we aim to hold a hybrid virtual event, with various live performances over two days.
However, we are also, optimistically planning for a live, in-person Festival on October 2, 2021, if University and City of Pittsburgh guidelines allow us to have a safe event. We also plan to move the annual Festival celebration to the Fall for the foreseeable future. For now, we hope that the April 10 event allows us to maintain connection and give a preview of the type of activities we hope to engage in. More information to come. For more information, Click "HERE"
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Filmmaker/Director: Mariana Rondón
Language: Spanish
Runtime: 1h 33m
Screening Date:
"A nine year old boy's preening obsession with straightening his hair elicits a tidal wave of homophobic panic in his hard-working mother, in this tender but clear-eyed coming of age tale. For more information about other films and dates, click "HERE"
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CLAS Academic Advisor
Luis Van Fossen Bravo is the Academic Advisor for the Center for Latin American Studies, and would be happy to meet with you to discuss your academic aspirations and career goals. To schedule a meeting, click "HERE"
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Students and Organizations interested in finding opportunities for internships, click "HERE"
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The Latin American Studies Association (LASA) and CLAS have had strong ties for many decades.
They have compiled a comprehensive list of event videos hosted by different universities since the pandemic started and we are very glad to contribute to this great initiative.
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