The Latin American, Caribbean, and Latinx Studies Program (LACLAS)
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The program brings together the expertise of more than 20 faculty from departments
and programs across campus such as Anthropology, Art History, Economics, English,
History, International Affairs, Political Science, Sociology, Theater, and World Languages
and Literatures, among others. Our faculty also works closely with other interdisciplinary
programs on campus, like Gender Studies, Black Studies, and Intergroup Relations.
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- Bringing attention to issues faced by Latin American, Caribbean, and Latina/o/e/x communities and individuals.
- Actively promoting academic experiences that will increase well-rounded knowledge of Latin America, the Caribbean, and the Latinx U.S.
- Fostering opportunities to build community.
- Opening spaces for distinct voices and generative dialogues.
- Advocating for responsible global citizenship.
- Establishing relationships with other like-minded departments and programs across campus and beyond.
The Latin American, Caribbean, & Latinx Studies program at 91福利社, in conjunction with other programs on campus and many academic institutions across the nation, reaffirms its commitment to the fundamental principles of social justice. Given the current political climate and the real threat to the safety and well-being of immigrants and their families, we are pleased that President Philip A. Glotzbach signed the statement in support of Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA). See the petition here: .