Events

Events

Upcoming Events

Thursday, September 19

Fall Speaker Series: Professor Mireya Loza
Beyond Braceros: How Temporary Labor Shaped Industrialized Agriculture in California,1942 - 1965
CESR and CLAS Present Professor Mireya Loza as part of CESR's Speaker Series and Latinx & Hispanic Heritage Month
Time:
2:30 pm to 4:00 pm
Presenter:
Professor Mireya Loza
Location:
4130 Posvar Hall
Sponsored by:
Center for Ethnic Studies Research and Center for Latin American Studies
Cost:
free
Contact:
Alicia Jean Linder
Contact Email:
ajl141@pitt.edu

Short Bio: Mireya Loza is an Associate Professor in the Department of History and the American Studies Program at Georgetown University and a curator in the Division of Work and Industry at the
National Museum of American History, Smithsonian Institution. Loza is a public historian who contributed oral histories, trained communities, and helped amass over 800 oral histories with bracero communities featured in the Bracero History Archive. These oral histories became a cornerstone of her book, Defiant Braceros: How Migrant Workers Fought for Racial, Sexual and Political Freedom (UNC Press). Her first book won the Theodore Saloutos Book Prize awarded by the Immigration and Ethnic History Society and the Smithsonian Secretary’s Research Prize.

Title: Beyond Braceros: How Temporary Labor Shaped Industrialized Agriculture in California,1942-1965

Abstract: As the largest employer of Mexican guest workers during the era of the Bracero Program, California growers stand center stage in this talk about race and food production in America.
Beyond braceros, growers relied increasingly, but not exclusively, on Mexican undocumented workers and actively recruited laborers from Japan and Puerto Rico. California growers’
global search for cheap labor challenges long-held assumptions that Mexican workers were the logical, if not inevitable, ideal farmworker. This talk will explain the lobbying efforts, political reach, and racial meaning-making of California growers as they handpicked their most coveted farmworker and explain how the contemporary reality in American agriculture was not inevitable but created by design through policy and grower influence.

This event is co-sponsored by CESR and CLAS, and is part of Latinx & Hispanic Heritage Month!

Cultura Negra no Atlantico (CULTNA)
Time:
5:00 pm
Location:
Zoom
Sponsored by:
Center for Latin American Studies

Jeremias Brasileiro: Sincretismo NÃO! Coexistência cultural religiosa e ancestral, SIM!

This event will be in Portuguese.

Free and open to the public

Monday, September 23

Jewish Immigration to Latin America: Brazil and Argentina
Time:
6:00 pm
Presenter:
Flávio Limoncic
Sponsored by:
Center for Latin American Studies

Free and open to the public

Tuesday, September 24

Fall 2024 Global Distinction Drop-In Hours
Time:
12:00 pm to 1:00 pm
Presenter:
Molly McSweeney
Location:
Global Hub
Sponsored by:
Asian Studies Center, Center for Ethnic Studies Research, Center for African Studies, Center for Latin American Studies, Center for Russian East European and Eurasian Studies, European Studies Center, Global Studies Center, Global Hub, Nationality Rooms and Intercultural Exchange Programs, Office of International Services and Global Experiences Office
Contact:
Molly McSweeney
Contact Email:
mcm206@pitt.edu

Attention: Undergraduate students! Are you looking to gain experience that will help prepare you for a globally-connected job market? Stop by Drop-In Hours to learn more about getting the Global Distinction added to your academic transcript, receiving special recognition at graduation, and standing out to prospective employers!

Wednesday, September 25

Brazil: It's All for Yesterday A pop-up course about Brazilian history, culture, and music
Time:
9:00 am
Presenter:
Emicida, moderated by Keila Grinberg
Location:
Posvar Hall, Center for Urban Education
Sponsored by:
Center for Latin American Studies

Register here: https://www.ucis.pitt.edu/clas/pop-up_registration

Free and open to the public

Thursday, September 26

Brazil: It's All for Yesterday A pop-up course about Brazilian history, culture, and music
Time:
9:00 am
Presenter:
Emicida, moderated by Keila Grinberg
Location:
Posvar Hall, Center for Urban Education
Sponsored by:
Center for Latin American Studies

Register here: https://www.ucis.pitt.edu/clas/pop-up_registration

Free and open to the public

Friday, September 27

Emicida: AmarElo - It’s All for Yesterday
Time:
5:30 pm
Presenter:
Emicida
Location:
Frick Fine Arts
Sponsored by:
Center for Latin American Studies

Director: Fred Ouro Preto. Screening followed by Q&A session with Emicida. Reception to follow.

Register here: https://www.ucis.pitt.edu/clas/content/emicida-amarelo-its-all-yesterday...

Free and open to the public

Monday, September 30

Jewish Immigration to Latin America: Brazil and Argentina
Time:
6:00 pm
Presenter:
Flávio Limoncic
Sponsored by:
Center for Latin American Studies

Free and open to the public

Tuesday, October 1

Clube do Livro
Time:
5:00 pm
Location:
4200 Posvar, CLAS
Sponsored by:
Center for Latin American Studies

For more information, contact clas@pitt.edu

Free and open to the public

Wednesday, October 2

NRIEP Scholarships Info Session
Come and learn about global experience funding opportunities!
Time:
12:00 pm to 1:00 pm
Location:
Global Hub
Sponsored by:
Asian Studies Center, Center for African Studies, Center for Latin American Studies, Center for Russian East European and Eurasian Studies, European Studies Center, Global Hub, Nationality Rooms and Intercultural Exchange Programs, Office of International Services and Global Experiences Office

Explore the World with a Summer Study Abroad Scholarship! Join the Nationality Rooms and Intercultural Exchange Programs' Scholarships Info Session!

Dreaming of an unforgettable summer adventure abroad? We're here to make it happen! Discover your opportunity to study abroad with the help of scholarships at our Summer Study Abroad Scholarships Info Session.

What You'll Gain from Our Info Session:
Scholarship Insights: Learn about various scholarships designed specifically for summer global experience programs.
Application Tips: Get expert advice on crafting a compelling scholarship application.
Destinations Galore: Explore exciting study abroad destinations and programs available.
Q&A Session: Ask your burning questions and get answers from experienced advisors.

Don't miss out on the opportunity of a lifetime! Secure your spot at our Summer Study Abroad Scholarships Info Session and embark on a transformative journey that will broaden your horizons and enrich your life. Your global adventure begins here!

In-Person event

Thursday, October 3

CLAS Speaker Series
"Owners of Land and Votes: Aspects of Political Action of Ruralists in the Brazilian Chamber of Deputies” and "Dynamism in the Brazilian Party System: Fragmentation Within the Chamber of Deputies"
Time:
12:30 pm
Presenter:
Vinicius da Cunha Moraes (FGV/EAESP) and Luana Calzavara (IESP- UERJ)
Location:
4130 Posvar and Zoom
Sponsored by:
Center for Latin American Studies

Monday, October 7

Charlemos!
Time:
3:00 pm
Sponsored by:
Center for Latin American Studies

Free and open to the public

Jewish Immigration to Latin America: Brazil and Argentina
Time:
6:00 pm
Presenter:
Flávio Limoncic
Sponsored by:
Center for Latin American Studies

Free and open to the public

Tuesday, October 8

Alebrijes workshop for staff, faculty, students and community
Time:
12:30 pm
Location:
4130 Posvar Hall
Sponsored by:
Center for Latin American Studies
Contact:
Luz Amanda Hank
Contact Email:
lavst12@pitt.edu

Join us in celebrating Latinx/Hispanic Heritage Month as we explore the vibrant cultures of the Americas. This workshop welcomes anyone interested in discovering Alebrijes from Mexico. As we explore into these colorful creations, we’ll also share personal stories and explore what it means to be Latinx/Hispanic in the USA, all in a relaxed and comfortable setting. Sponsored by the Center for Latin American Studies in collaboration with the Latinx Hispanic Heritage Month (LHHM).

Thursday, October 10

Cartoneras Workshop for staff, faculty, and students
Time:
3:30 pm
Location:
CAC: The Workshop (University Store on fifth)
Sponsored by:
Center for Latin American Studies
Contact:
Luz Amanda Hank
Contact Phone:
LuzAmandaHank@pitt.edu
Contact Email:
luzamandahank@pitt.edu

Monday, October 14

Jewish Immigration to Latin America: Brazil and Argentina
Time:
6:00 pm
Presenter:
Flávio Limoncic
Sponsored by:
Center for Latin American Studies

Free and open to the public

Tuesday, October 15

Pop-Up Course
Laboring Women in Brazilian History
Time:
6:00 pm
Presenter:
Fabiane Popinigis
Sponsored by:
Center for Latin American Studies

Register here: https://www.ucis.pitt.edu/clas/pop-up_registration

Free and open to the public

Thursday, October 17

CLAS Speaker Series
“The Brazilian Congress as a battleground: legislative agenda on racial equality, women's rights, and LGBTQIA+ rights (2015-2022)”
Time:
12:30 pm
Presenter:
Cristiano Rodrigues
Location:
4130 Posvar and Zoom
Sponsored by:
Center for Latin American Studies

Tuesday, October 22

Pop-Up Course
Laboring Women in Brazilian History
Time:
6:00 pm
Presenter:
Fabiane Popinigis
Sponsored by:
Center for Latin American Studies

Register here: https://www.ucis.pitt.edu/clas/pop-up_registration

Free and open to the public

Monday, October 28

Jewish Immigration to Latin America: Brazil and Argentina
Time:
6:00 pm
Presenter:
Flávio Limoncic
Sponsored by:
Center for Latin American Studies

Free and open to the public

Tuesday, October 29

Global Migrations: Economic, Political, and Climatic Changes K-12 educator workshop
Time:
5:00 pm to 6:30 pm
Presenter:
Cindy McNulty, Catherine Fratto
Sponsored by:
Asian Studies Center, Center for African Studies, Center for Latin American Studies, Center for Russian East European and Eurasian Studies, European Studies Center and Global Studies Center

Join us for this free online K-12 educator workshop that will explore the topic of migration today through the global lens of politics, economics, and climatic changes. Using modern-day migration case studies, our presenters will share content and pedagogical strategies to help introduce or extend your current study of the topic of migration in the classroom. ACT 48 hours will be provided for PA educators as well as resources and materials for classroom use.

Pop-Up Course
Laboring Women in Brazilian History
Time:
6:00 pm
Presenter:
Fabiane Popinigis
Sponsored by:
Center for Latin American Studies

Register here: https://www.ucis.pitt.edu/clas/pop-up_registration

Free and open to the public

Thursday, October 31

CLAS Speaker Series
"Political Parties and Policy Reform: Expansion of Healthcare in Latin America"
Time:
12:30 pm
Presenter:
Zoila Ponce de Leon
Location:
4130 Posvar and Zoom
Sponsored by:
Center for Latin American Studies

Free and open to the public

Monday, November 4

Charlemos!
Time:
3:00 pm
Sponsored by:
Center for Latin American Studies

Tuesday, November 5

Nationality Rooms and Intercultural Exchange Programs Scholarships Info Session
Time:
12:00 pm to 1:00 pm
Location:
Global Hub
Sponsored by:
Asian Studies Center, Center for African Studies, Center for Latin American Studies, Center for Russian East European and Eurasian Studies, European Studies Center, Global Studies Center, Global Hub, Nationality Rooms and Intercultural Exchange Programs and Global Experiences Office

Explore the World with a Summer Study Abroad Scholarship! Join the Nationality Rooms and Intercultural Exchange Programs' Scholarships Info Session!

Dreaming of an unforgettable summer adventure abroad? We're here to make it happen! Discover your opportunity to study abroad with the help of scholarships at our Summer Study Abroad Scholarships Info Session.

What You'll Gain from Our Info Session:
Scholarship Insights: Learn about various scholarships for summer global experience.
Application Tips: Get expert advice on crafting a compelling scholarship application.
Destinations Galore: Explore exciting study abroad destinations and programs available.
Q&A Session: Ask your burning questions and get answers from experienced advisors.

Don't miss out on the opportunity of a lifetime! Secure your spot at our Summer Study Abroad Scholarships Info Session and embark on a transformative journey that will broaden your horizons and enrich your life. Your global adventure begins here!

In-Person event

Pop-Up Course
Laboring Women in Brazilian History
Time:
6:00 pm
Presenter:
Fabiane Popinigis
Sponsored by:
Center for Latin American Studies

Register here: https://www.ucis.pitt.edu/clas/pop-up_registration

Free and open to the public

Wednesday, November 20

Screening of "Vagrants, Vagabonds, Immorals"
Time:
6:00 pm
Location:
4130 Posvar Hall
Sponsored by:
Center for Latin American Studies

Director: Nina Tedesco; Script and research: Paulo Cruz Terra, Nina Tedesco; followed by discussion with Paulo Terra (Universidade Federal Fluminense, Brazil); Sara York (Universidade do Estado do Rio de Janeiro) and David Tenorio (University of Pittsburgh)

What are the meanings of vagrancy throughout Brazilian history, at least since Abolition of slavery? Who was considered a vagrant? What are the possibilities of resistance to attempts at criminalization? Trying to answer these questions through the intersectionality of class, gender, race and sexualities, the film dialogues with four women activists: Neusa Maria Pereira, journalist and one of the founders of the Movimento Negro Unificado; Shirley Krenak, Indigenous activist of the Krenak people; Jovanna Baby, founder of the organized movement of transvestites and transgender people in Brazil; and Nataraj Trinta, historian and organizer of the Slut Walk in Rio de Janeiro. 

Register here: https://www.ucis.pitt.edu/clas/content/clas-event-registration

Free and open to the public

Thursday, November 21

Seminar on Gender and Labor in Latin America
Time:
(All day)
Location:
Posvar Hall, Center for Urban Education
Sponsored by:
Center for Latin American Studies and Global Studies Center

Register here: https://www.ucis.pitt.edu/clas/content/clas-event-registration

Free and open to the public

Tuesday, December 3

Clube do Livro
Time:
5:00 pm
Location:
4200 Posvar, CLAS
Sponsored by:
Center for Latin American Studies

For more information, contact clas@pitt.edu

Free and open to the public

Wednesday, January 15

CLAS Speaker Series
Time:
12:30 pm
Location:
4130 Posvar and Zoom
Sponsored by:
Center for Latin American Studies

Wednesday, January 29

CLAS Speaker Series
Time:
12:30 pm
Location:
4130 Posvar and Zoom
Sponsored by:
Center for Latin American Studies

Wednesday, February 12

CLAS Speaker Series
Time:
12:30 pm
Location:
4130 Posvar and Zoom
Sponsored by:
Center for Latin American Studies

Wednesday, February 26

CLAS Speaker Series
Time:
12:30 pm
Location:
4130 Posvar and Zoom
Sponsored by:
Center for Latin American Studies

Wednesday, March 12

CLAS Speaker Series
Time:
12:30 pm
Location:
4130 Posvar and Zoom
Sponsored by:
Center for Latin American Studies

Wednesday, March 26

CLAS Speaker Series
Time:
12:30 pm
Location:
4130 Posvar and Zoom
Sponsored by:
Center for Latin American Studies

Saturday, April 5

Latin American and Caribbean Festival
Time:
(All day)
Sponsored by:
Center for Latin American Studies

Wednesday, April 9

CLAS Speaker Series
Time:
12:30 pm
Location:
4130 Posvar and Zoom
Sponsored by:
Center for Latin American Studies

Hosted by the Center for Latin American Studies at the University of Pittsburgh and the Political Institutions and Processes Section of the Latin American Studies Association. This is a virtual series to create a space for political scientists and other academics to discuss the critical social and political challenges facing Latin America today--including democratic backsliding, economic inequality, racial injustice, gender inequities, and a host of other issues.