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October 28 to November 3, 2024<\/span><\/h4>\n

Tuesday, October 29<\/span><\/u><\/p>\n

5:00 7:00 PM: MLC\u2019s Latin Night Market; Rand Patio. See flyer for more information<\/p>\n

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October 29 \u2013 30<\/u><\/p>\n

5:00 \u2013 7:00 PM: Join the Kefi Collective for Sugar Skull making; Sarratt Gallery<\/p>\n

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Wednesday, October 30<\/u><\/p>\n

6:30 \u2013 8:00 PM: MASA\u2019s Dia de los Muertos celebration\u00a0with ofrendas, vibrant decorations, and meaningful activities that connect us to our heritage.\u00a0Multicultural Space<\/span><\/p>\n

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November 2-3<\/u><\/p>\n

Cheekwood\u2019s El Dia de los Muertos Festival<\/a>\u00a0– 25th Anniversary; visit CLACX\u2019s Altar at the Botanical Hall. 1200 Forrest Park Drive<\/p>\n

Upcoming Events<\/strong><\/p>\n

Thursday, November 7<\/u><\/p>\n

12:15 PM:\u00a0 Guate Seminar talk by Laura Matthew (Marquette University) “Thinking Through 500 Years: A Reconsideration of the “Indigenous Conquistadors;” Buttrick Hall 102. Lunch provided<\/p>\n

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Friday, November 8<\/u><\/p>\n

3:15-5pm: CLACX and VAHLA Alumni Reunion with a talk by Marshall Eakin from 3:15-4pm. Followed by a reception. Bryan Building suite 106<\/p>\n

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Monday, November 11<\/u><\/p>\n

12:00 PM: Latinidades lunch talk with Sergio Lemus (Texas A&M) \u201cThe Pain Never Leaves Me\u201d: Working Hard, Injury, and Structural Violence among Mexican Yarderos in Transborder Chicago; Buttrick Hall 102. Lunch provided<\/p>\n

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Caribbean Students Association and CLACX \u2013 October 2<\/h4>\n

“Revolutionary Currents and Caribbean Futures: Unveiling the Cradle of Modernity and Its Global Legacy”<\/p>\n

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Join us for a presentation on the future of Caribbean Studies as a rigorous academic field of study at Vanderbilt University. Discover how the Caribbean, as the birthplace of modernity, offers unparalleled insights into the most pressing issues of our time\u2014citizenship, race, freedom, and democracy. This event will explore the transformative power of Caribbean Studies, shedding light on its crucial role in shaping a comprehensive understanding of global history and contemporary challenges.<\/div>\n
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Keywords & Themes for the New Curriculum in Caribbean Studies:\u00a0<\/b><\/div>\n
– Diaspora & Migration: Explore the dynamic movements of Caribbean peoples and their profound impact on global cultures.<\/div>\n
– Revolution & Liberation: Study the revolutions that reshaped the Caribbean and their enduring legacies of freedom and resistance.<\/div>\n
– Slavery & Antislavery: Engage with the history of slavery in the Caribbean and the powerful antislavery movements that catalyzed global change.<\/div>\n
– Sovereignty & Reparations: Delve into the ongoing struggles for sovereignty and justice, and the critical conversations around reparations.<\/div>\n
– Colonialism & Freedom: Investigate the colonial past of the Caribbean and its journey towards independence and self-determination.<\/div>\n
– Haitian Creole: Delve into the national language of Haiti, a language spoken by about 12 million people worldwide, and understand how it is more than just a language. You\u2019ll learn about Haitian culture and equip yourself with a set of tools and the knowledge to better understand the World.<\/div>\n
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This event is a must-attend for those interested in understanding the Caribbean’s pivotal role in the modern world and exploring the innovative courses and events offered in the new Caribbean Studies minor degree at the Center for Latin American, Caribbean, and Latinx Studies (CLACX).<\/div>\n
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FOOD PROVIDED.<\/div>\n

brazil week 2024<\/h4>\n

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Monday, September 9<\/strong>
\nBrazilian Film Screening. Central Station (Walter Salles, 1998). 4 PM,
\nVanderbilt Center for Languages Satellite Space, Rothschild Hall.<\/p>\n

Tuesday, September 10<\/strong>
\nPresentation and Discussion of Machado de Assis, Race and the
\nAmericas with Dr. Earl Fitz and Dr. Vanessa K. Vald\u00e9s, editors of the
\nvolume. 11:30 AM, Vanderbilt Center for Languages, Furman 003. Lunch
\nProvided.<\/p>\n

Wednesday, September 11<\/strong>
\nPortuguese FLAS Scholar Roundtable. 12:15 PM, Vanderbilt Center for
\nLanguages, Furman 003. Lunch Provided.<\/p>\n

Thursday, September 12<\/strong>
\n\u201cBrazilian Democracy Today\u201d with Mariana Rodriguez, and Rob Vidigal
\nfrom LAPOP. 12 PM, Vanderbilt Center for Languages, Furman 003,
\nLunch Provided.<\/p>\n

Friday, September 13<\/strong>
\nBrazilian Karaoke Party. 3 PM, Vanderbilt Center for Languages Satellite
\nSpace, Rothschild Hall. Brazilian snacks will be served.<\/p>\n

april 15 to april 19, 2024<\/h4>\n

Monday, April 15<\/u><\/p>\n

4:00 PM: Talk by Gloria Littlemouse (VU, School of Nursing) \u201cMissing Murdered, Sexually Assaulted, Abused and Trafficked\u00a0In<\/span>digenous People;\u201d Calhoun Hall 109. Register to attend via zoom\u00a0here<\/a><\/p>\n

\u00a0<\/b>Wednesday, April 17<\/u><\/p>\n

5:00 -7:00 PM: Join MASA for an unforgettable evening of cultural exchange and celebration as the Mexican American Student Association and the Black Student Association come together to mark the end of the academic year. Immerse yourself\u00a0in<\/span>\u00a0the enchanting melodies of a live mariachi performance while\u00a0in<\/span>dulging\u00a0in<\/span>\u00a0mouthwatering Mexican snacks as we showcase the rich diversity of our communities! Black Cultural Center Courtyard<\/p>\n

ANNOUNCEMENT<\/p>\n