David Rockefeller Center for Latin American Studies at Harvard

09/27 @ 4PM: Almost Gold, Almost Amber, Almost Light: Japanese Art in Latin America

Beyond the history of teaching, researching, and exhibiting Japanese art in the region, Amaury A. Garcia Rodriguez, Professor of Art History, El Colegio de México, will address different aspects and challenges of the field when situated in Latin America. It will focus on new initiatives centered on the Terry Welch collection and endowment for Japanese art based in Mexico City intended to bolster academic development and the general appreciation of Japanese art in Latin America.

https://loom.ly/3zkA86E

10/02 @ 6PM: Women, Leadership, and Histories of Landscape Architecture
📍Santiago, Chile

Professor Thaisa Way will present and engage in a conversation with colleagues and the audience about women, leadership, and histories of landscape architecture. The event will be preceded at 5:00pm by a presentation by professor Way about opportunities for students and scholars at Dumbarton Oaks.

https://loom.ly/mMww00I

10/04 @ 9AM - 4PM: Transformations at last? The MIPYMES in Cuban Economy and Society

Join us as we analyze the role of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MIPYMES) in Cuba’s economy, from job creation to innovation. Learn how Cuban entrepreneurs are currently leading these efforts on the island.

https://loom.ly/4kTovkE

* This event will be held in Spanish with English interpretation.

🇲🇽 Join us on Wednesday, September 25 @ 6PM for the DRCLAS Mexico Studies Program Welcome Reception and connect with Harvard’s leading scholars and students shaping the future of Mexico.

Afterward, stay for a networking reception, where you'll connect with leading academics and students from across the university.

https://loom.ly/3rhi58A

10/04 @ 6PM: The Archaeology of Tenochtitlan: An Overview

In an extraordinary archaeological discovery, experts have uncovered the largest Aztec sculpture ever found, a monumental depiction of the earth goddess Tlaltecuhtli. Leonardo López Luján, Director of Proyecto Templo Mayor, will guide us through the rich history of archaeology in Mexico City and delve into the iconographic and symbolic mysteries of this awe-inspiring stone. Whether you’re an archaeology enthusiast or just curious about ancient civilizations, this event will immerse you in the world of the Aztecs like never before.

https://loom.ly/yi31EGI

Why Can’t Centrists Win Elections in Latin America Anymore?

Join us for a Tuesday Seminar on September 24th @ 12PM -- Horacio Rodriguez Larreta, former Mayor of Buenos Aires and 2023 Argentine presidential candidate and Claudia López, former Mayor of Bogotá; Harvard Advanced Leadership Initiative Fellow ALI - 2024 will discuss electoral dynamics in Latin America and how centrists fare in today's political arena. Moderated by Steve Levitsky, Professor of Government, Harvard University; Director of the David Rockefeller Center for Latin American Studies.

https://loom.ly/14PMV3o

10/02 @ 5PM: Haddad Distinguished Lecture with Helena Nader on Prioritizing Strategic Investments in Science, Technology, and Innovation for Brazil's Sustainable Future

Renowned Brazilian scientist and the President of the Brazilian Academy of Sciences, Dr. Nader will present on the critical topic, "Why Brazil Must Prioritize Strategic Investments in Science, Technology, and Innovation for a Sustainable Future," highlighting the importance of these investments for the country's development.

https://loom.ly/9kMgQ38

*The event will also be live-streamed on our YouTube page.

09/26 @ 4:30 PM: Unspeakable: Ten Years After Ayotzinapa

This year marks the 10th anniversary of the tragic disappearance of 43 students from Ayotzinapa in Iguala, Guerrero, Mexico. Join us on Thursday, September 26, 2024, at 4:30 PM as we reflect on this unspeakable event and explore Mexico’s violence through a roundtable discussion featuring Anabel Hernández, Diane E. Davis, Karla Quintana Osuna and Oswaldo Zavala. The event will conclude with a keynote address by Prof. Claudio Lomnitz of Columbia University.

https://loom.ly/F0iCaWo

Harvard-UAI Collaborative Research Grant | Deadline: October 25th, 2024

The Harvard-UAI Collaborative Research Grant is now open for applications! This is your opportunity to build global research partnerships, tackle challenges that transcend borders, and access up to $30,000 in funding to bring your ideas to life.

This grant goes beyond funding—it’s about creating meaningful, lasting connections between Harvard and UAI, fostering joint research that drives real-world impact. Ready to take your research to the next level?

Apply now: https://loom.ly/gl6UmL8

Why Can’t Centrists Win Elections in Latin America Anymore?

Join us for a Tuesday Seminar on September 24th @ 12PM -- Horacio Rodriguez Larreta, 2023 Presidential Candidate and Claudia López, Former Mayor of Bogotá; Harvard Advanced Leadership Initiative Fellow ALI - 2024 will discuss electoral dynamics in Latin America and how centrists fare in today's political arena. Moderated by Steve Levitsky, Professor of Government, Harvard University; Director of the David Rockefeller Center for Latin American Studies.

https://loom.ly/14PMV3o

09/17 @ 12PM: 2024 Venezuela Elections: What Happened? (Hybrid)

Join us for an insightful panel discussion where leading experts will unpack the aftermath of the elections and discuss potential paths forward for the country.

Panelists:

Dorothy Kronick, Assistant Professor of Public Policy, U.C. Berkeley
David Smilde, Professor of Human Relations at Tulane University
Roberto Patiño, Co-founder of Mi Convive, Alimenta la Solidaridad, and Institute 2100
Moderated by Steven Levitsky, Professor of Government, Harvard University

https://loom.ly/Bg2SQCE

09/26 @ 4PM: Unspeakable: Ten Years After Ayotzinapa

This year marks the 10th anniversary of the tragic disappearance of 43 students from Ayotzinapa in Iguala, Guerrero, Mexico. Join us on Thursday, September 26, 2024, at 4 PM as we reflect on this unspeakable event and explore Mexico’s violence through a roundtable discussion featuring Anabel Hernández, Diane E. Davis, and Oswaldo Zavala. The event will conclude with a keynote address by Prof. Claudio Lomnitz of Columbia University.

https://loom.ly/F0iCaWo

In Student Views, Diana Ochoa-Chávez, a Harvard undergraduate studying philosophy and government, tells us about how, while she was doing a DRCLAS internship in Mexico with an agency supporting deported people, she took a hike up Tepoztlán that led her to reflect, “As a first-generation, low-income student and the daughter of Oaxacan immigrants, I carry the hopes and prayers of my indigenous Zapotec ancestors. I strive to honor and remember my roots in every task I strive to perfect. I bear a duty to my ancestors and community to honor and fulfill those prayers.”

https://loom.ly/RHrnABw

Climbing the Tepozteco: Meditations on Mexico English + Español With sweat trickling down my forehead, I meditated on the question: What does motivation look like?

DRCLAS Visiting Scholars and Fellows Program | Deadline: September 23rd, 2024

From Harvard's extensive libraries and research facilities to seminars, workshops, and many collaborative opportunities with experts, you'll be able to take your research even deeper. The David Rockefeller Center for Latin American Studies (DRCLAS) at Harvard University is now accepting applications for the prestigious Visiting Scholars and Fellows Program!

Learn more: https://loom.ly/8A_nXug

2024 Venezuela Elections: What Happened?

Join us for an insightful panel discussion where leading experts will unpack the aftermath of the elections and discuss potential paths forward for the country.

Panelists:

Dorothy Kronick, Assistant Professor of Public Policy, U.C. Berkeley
David Smilde, Professor of Human Relations at Tulane University
Roberto Patiño, Co-founder of Mi Convive, Alimenta la Solidaridad, and Institute 2100
Moderated by Steven Levitsky, Professor of Government, Harvard University

📅 Date: September 17 @ 12PM
📍 Hybrid

🔗 Sign up here: https://loom.ly/Bg2SQCE

Join us on September 11th @ 5PM for our annual Open House Celebration! This is an excellent opportunity to connect with faculty, students, and members of the Harvard community who are passionate about research and opportunities in Latin America and the Caribbean.

Come meet new and familiar faces, share experiences, and celebrate our vibrant community. Don’t miss this wonderful opportunity to connect and mingle!

https://loom.ly/XqUv1vM

TODAY @ 12PM: Power and Politics: Gender, Race, and Democracy in the Americas

This panel, featuring three gender experts, will examine the intersections of gender, race, and democratic processes across the Americas. The discussion will focus on the democratic deficit that marginalizes certain voices and will provide insights into reforms that could improve women's political representation, protect minority groups, and foster more equitable governance.

https://loom.ly/Q2wrFLc

09/09 @ 12PM: Power and Politics: Gender, Race, and Democracy in the Americas

This panel, featuring three gender experts, will examine the intersections of gender, race, and democratic processes across the Americas. The discussion will focus on the democratic deficit that marginalizes certain voices and will provide insights into reforms that could improve women's political representation, protect minority groups, and foster more equitable governance.

https://loom.ly/Q2wrFLc

2024 Venezuela Elections: What Happened?

Join us for an insightful panel discussion where leading experts will unpack the aftermath of the elections and discuss potential paths forward for the country.

Panelists:

Dorothy Kronick, Assistant Professor of Public Policy, U.C. Berkeley
David Smilde, Professor of Human Relations at Tulane University
Roberto Patiño, Co-founder of Mi Convive, Alimenta la Solidaridad, and Institute 2100
Moderated by Steven Levitsky, Professor of Government, Harvard University

📅 Date: September 17 @ 12PM
📍 Hybrid

🔗 Sign up here: https://loom.ly/WofHPrg

✨Introducing our 2024-25 cohort of Visiting Scholars and Fellows

Meet Dora María Téllez: A Resilient Voice for Democracy
Fall 2024 Cisneros Visiting Fellow/Spring 2025 Robert F. Kennedy Visiting Professor of Latin American Studies

As a prominent Nicaraguan historian, politician, and social rights activist, Dora María Téllez currently serves as the Richard E. Greenleaf Distinguished Chair in Latin American Studies at Tulane University. Her incarceration for opposing human rights violations in Nicaragua underscores her unwavering commitment to democracy. Téllez's work offers profound reflections on democracy's challenges and the resilience of marginalized communities in Latin America.

Dora María will work on a project titled Rebel. Memoirs of Dora María Téllez.

Join us TOMORROW for the 2024 Spotlight on Brazil: Faculty Flash Talks & Community Networking. 🇧🇷

Come and hear from Harvard faculty about their latest research on Brazil, then connect with fellow students, scholars, and the Brazilian community in a fun, relaxed setting.

🗓️ Date: Friday, September 6
🕒 Time: 4PM

This event will be held in Portuguese and English without simultaneous interpretation, but all are welcome!

https://loom.ly/cmRXZCU