October 2009 Calendar
Center for Latin American Studies
Internet: www.ucis.pitt.edu/clas
E-mail: clas@pitt.edu
The Inter-American Foundation (IAF) Grassroots Development Ph.D. Fellowships support dissertation research in Latin America and the Caribbean undertaken by students in all disciplines who have advanced to Ph.D. candidacy in a university in the
Date: Thursday, October 1, 2009
Time: 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.
Location: 3106 Wesley Posvar Hall (Anthropology Lounge),
For more information: visit www.iie.org/iaf for specific benefits, eligibility requirements, and application instructions.
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Upcoming Lectures/Symposia/Conferences
“American Exceptionalism: Reflections on the 50th Anniversary of William Appleman Williams' The Tragedy of American Diplomacy”, a lecture by Greg Grandin (Professor,
This lecture advances the thesis that what is missing in all the current discussions on American exceptionalism is the
Sponsored by: the
Date: Thursday, October 1, 2009
Time: 3:00 - 5:00 p.m. (reception to follow)
Location: 501 Cathedral of Learning, University of
For more information: please contact jkl7@pitt.edu
“The History of Globalization and the Political Regimes during the Short Twentieth Century” a lecture by Dr. Diego Olstein (Hebrew University of Jerusalem)
Dr. Olstein will be in residence as a researcher at the
Date: Thursday, October 1, 2009
Time: 6:00 p.m.
Location: 4130 Wesley W. Posvar Hall,
For more information: contact Veronica Dristas, 412-624-2918, dristas@pitt.edu
Sponsored by Global Studies Program and the
Narraciones de la militancia guerrillera en
The conference will dwell on some historical, theoretical and methodological issues raised by the study of guerrilla narratives related to the revolutionary uprising that spanned the sixties and the seventies in
Juan Duchesne Winter, professor in the Department of Hispanic Languages and Literatures, University of Pittsburgh, is author of Narraciones de testimonio en América Latina (1991), Política de la caricia (1996), Ciudadano insano (2001), Fugas incomunistas (2005), ‘Equilibrio encimita del infierno’: Andrés Caicedo y las utopías del trance (2007), Del príncipe moderno al señor barroco: república de la amistad en Paradiso, de José Lezama Lima (2008), and Comunismo literario y teorías deseantes: inscripciones latinoamericanas (forthcoming). He has also published fiction: Gotcha (2008).
Date: Friday, October 2, 2009
Time: 1:00 p.m.
Location: 142 Cathedral of Learning, University of
For more information: email connie@pitt.edu
2009 Jean Monnet Symposium: Regionalism, Innovation, and Economic Crises: Challenges for
Speakers:
Keynote Address: Dr. John Ravenhill (
Dr.Thomas Rawski (Economics,
Dr. William Keller (GSPIA,
Dr. Julia Gray (Political Science,
Dr.
Date: Wednesday, October 7, 2009
Time: 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Location: 4130
(des)articulaciones in/with Latin American and
Dates: October 9-10, 2009
Keynote Speaker: Mayra Santos-Febres (Universidad de Puerto Rico): “Forgetting ‘Race’: Race in Puerto Rican Culture”
Schedule:
Friday, October 9th: 9:30 a.m. - 6:30 p.m., Student Sessions in Lower Lounge, William Pitt Union (WPU), 7:00 p.m., Performative Readings by Mayra Santos-Febres (Our Lady of the Night – 2006 and Fe en Disfranz [forthcoming, November 2010]) in Lower Lounge, WPU
Saturday, October 10th: 9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Student Sessions in
For more information: http://www.pitt.edu/~nam36/
Sponsored by the Graduate Students of the Department of Hispanic Languages and Literatures,
“Why We Migrate: Stories of
Ms. Gutierrez Galindo, born and raised in Mixteca region of
Date: Monday, October 19, 2009
Time: 3:30 - 5:00 p.m.
Location: 4130 Wesley W. Posvar Hall,
For more information: contact Luz Amanda Hank, 412-648-7394, lavst12@pitt.edu
“The Many Faces of Brazilian Jazz” featuring Lilly Abreu (Soprano and Jazz Vocalist)
Ms. Abreu will present a lecture-demonstration about the music of Brazilian composers such as Jobim, Bonfá and Pixinguinha. The audience will learn samba steps and a few words in Portuguese. Audience members will also have the opportunity to ask questions and interact with Lilly and band members. Lilly Abreu, soprano and jazz vocalist, is on the roster at the Pittsburgh Opera, and teaches at the
Date: Monday, October 19, 2009
Time: 5:30 p.m.
Location: Porter Hall 100, Gregg Hall,
This lecture is given in conjunction with ‘
“Escola de Samba” a lecture by Paul Goodman (Professor at
Paul Goodman will discuss "Escola de Samba," a one-hour documentary he created about how 4,000 Brazilians work to create the country's annual carnival.
This presentation will be a combination of showing the documentary film – Escola de Samba – plus a discussion with the audience. Escola de Samba is a documentary about creating the Brazilian carnival through the eyes of one “Escola de Samba” or samba school. For over 10 months, Professor Goodman followed one Escola de Samba - Camisa Verde e Branco (Green and White Shirts) - as they prepared to compete against other escolas in
Date: Monday, October 26, 2009
Time: 4:30 p.m.
Location: Porter 100, Gregg Hall,
This lecture is given in conjunction with ‘
Conference on “Drug Trafficking, Violence and Instability in
The
The Conference will explore the relationship between drug trafficking, violence, and instability in
Dates: October 29 - 30, 2009
Times: 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Location: Schenley Room,
For more information: contact The Matthew B. Ridgway Center, 412-624-7884 or beb38@pitt.edu
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CLAS Seminar & Field Trip to
CLAS welcomes student applications for the 2010 Latin American Seminar and Field Trip to
Application deadline: October 10, 2009
Details and application instructions are available at: http://www.ucis.pitt.edu/clas/students/abroad/seminar_field_leon.html
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Amigos del Cine Latinoamericano Fall 2009 Film Series
Today Latin American film is among the best in the world. This Fall 2009 (September 9 – December 10), Amigos del Cine Latinoamericano presents genre films (cine de género) including Science Fiction, Author Films (Cine de Autor), Psychological, Social and Historical Drama, Comedy, and masked wrestler (películas de luchador).
Most films will take place on Thursdays @ 7:30 p.m. in the Frick Fine Arts Auditorium, University
Some films are adult in nature and may not be appropriate for young audiences.
FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
In October
Thursday, October 1, 2009
Film: Cabeza de Vaca – Dir. Nicolás Echevarría (Mexico – 1991)
Thursday, October 8, 2009
Film: Familia Rodante – Dir. Pablo Trapero (
Thursday, October 15, 2009
Film: La Teta Asustada – Dir. Claudia Llosa (Peru - 2009)
Thursday, October 22, 2009
Film: Al Final del Espectro – Dir. Juan Felipe Orozco (Coombia - 2006)
Thursday, October 29, 2009
Film: Four Days in September – Dir. Bruno Barreto (
For more information: amigoscinelatinoamericano@gmail.com, and for film descriptions, go to http://amigosdelcinelatinoamericano.blogspot.com/
Sponsored by: the Center for Latin American Studies, Department of Hispanic Languages & Literatures, Eduardo Lozano Latin American Library Collection
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30th Annual Latin American and
The Festival has been rescheduled for a Saturday, March 27, 2010.
For more information: contact Luz Amanda Hank, lavst12@pitt.edu
Salsa Lessons (New Dates)
Come and learn how to dance salsa with instructor Marlon Silva.
Dates: Thursdays, October 1 & 8, 2009
Time: 9:15 - 10:15 p.m.
Location: Galleria, 1st Floor, Posvar Hall,
Great News for Everyone!!!
We will be offering Salsa Lessons during the Spring Term (dates to be announced), probably before the Festival (Saturday, March 27, 2010).
For more information: contact Luz Amanda Hank, lavst12@pitt.edu
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The 2nd Annual “The
One of the most sought-after Tango pianists of our times, Octavio Brunetti, will interpret Tangos by Argentine composers with his band, The Octavio Brunetti Quintet.
Created in 1998 in
Date: Saturday, November 21, 2009
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Location: Frick Fine Arts Auditorium,
Free & Open to the Public
For more information: contact CLAS, 412-648-7392, clas@pitt.edu
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Activities of CLAS-Related Student Clubs
Spanish Club
Conversation Tables/Mesas de Conversación
The Spanish Club holds Conversation Tables every Monday from 4:00 to 5:30 p.m. and Wednesday from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at Panera Bread on
Brazil Nuts Portuguese Club
Bate-Papo
Join the weekly Portuguese Conversation Tables where you can practice your language skills by meeting people with similar interests who are also learning Portuguese. Any level of Portuguese can join the fun and you do NOT have to be a member of the Brazil Nuts to participate.
Date: Every Wednesday
Time: 4:00 p.m.
Location: 1st Floor Lounge, William Pitt Union,
Grupo de Dança
Dance Group is the heart of the Brazil Nuts Club. Learn Axé, Samba and other types of Brazilian dance. Open to people at every level.
Date: Every Thursday
Time: 8:00 p.m.
Location: Galleria, 1st Floor, Posvar Hall,
Grupo de MPB (Musica Popular Brasileira)
The “Grupo de MPB da Pitt” is directed by singer and voice and Portuguese teacher, Lilly Abreu. The singing group meets weekly to learn different Brazilian music styles and to practice Portuguese in an informal and fun atmosphere. Musicians are welcomed too!
Date: Every Sunday
Time: 5:00 p.m.
Location: 13th floor lobby, Cathedral of Learning,
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Call for Papers
2010 Student Conference on Latin American Social and Public Policy
The purpose of this conference is to provide an opportunity for graduate and undergraduate students to present papers, works-in-progress (including term papers, dissertations, and conference papers, etc.), and other academic work with relevance to Latin American social and public policy.
If you are writing a paper on any aspect of Latin American social and public policy, we invite you to submit your work for consideration. You may also propose to form a panel for presentation and discussion.
To propose a paper presentation or a panel, please submit your topic with a brief description (approximately 75 to 100 words) to Luis Bravo, International Relations and Fellowships Coordinator (CLAS), by November 8, 2009. You will be notified of the committee’s decision by December 7, 2009. The deadline for submission of final papers will be January 12, 2010. Individually submitted papers will be presented in panels arranged around common themes, with each participant having up to 15 minutes for presentation. Final papers must be in English and approximately 15 to 30 double-spaced pages. To submit the abstract through our online form, go to: http://www.ucis.pitt.edu/clas/events/laspp/lasspform.html
Conference dates: February 19-20, 2009
For the United Nation’s International Day for Tolerance Conference
The International Day for Tolerance is an annual observance declared by UNESCO in 1995 to generate public awareness of the dangers of intolerance. One of the fundamental principles to building greater tolerance requires access to education. Intolerance is often rooted in ignorance and fear: fear of the unknown, of the “other,” other cultures, religions, and nations. Therefore, during this year’s celebration of the International Day for Tolerance, we placed greater emphasis on educating about tolerance, human rights, and other cultures.
The United Nation’s International Day for Tolerance was first celebrated at the
• Papers must be exclusively prepared for this conference, not having been submitted for any other conferences or previously published.
· Authors are requested to e-mail a 500-word or less abstract by October 16, 2009 to Ms. Enkhe Adjiya (ade7@pitt.edu), Associate Editor, International Studies in Education, Institute for International Studies in Education,
· Abstracts must be submitted in Microsoft Word format including the title, author’s name, postal and e-mail addresses as well as telephone and/or fax numbers. They must also contain the schematic proposal of the final paper together with the main assumptions and conclusions.
• Abstracts will be reviewed by the Board of Referees of the Conference and then the authors of the accepted abstracts will be requested to e-mail their papers for final review.
• Therefore, the acceptance of an abstract does not imply the acceptance of the paper for publication.
• Papers must be e-mailed to the organizers by October 30, 2009.
Accepted papers will be published in the special issue of the International Studies of Education.
The conference will be co-sponsored by the Institute of International Studies of Education (IISE), Graduate School of Public and International Affairs,
Conference date: November 16, 2009
The II International Conference on
The main theme emphasizes, but is not thematically limited to, the interdisciplinary character of the conference. We suggest additionally the following topics:
· Theory-critic production from the
· Regional Caribbean integration and with
· Studies about art, including music and painting.
· Cultural and literary studies: A
· Transatlantic Studies: Caribbean /Europe/
· Articulate dynamics between the Caribbean, the Pacific and
· Andean/Caribbean socio-cultural dynamics in Colombia.
· Race, gender and subalternity epistemology.
· Higher education and
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· Environmental and cultural sustainability of the
We will accept only one proposal for paper or panel per each author, in Spanish, English or French. The panels will be composed of a maximum of 4 presentations. Presentations should not exceed twenty minutes; the members of the panels and the session chair will rigorously follow this limit. Please send an abstract of 200 words or less by electronic attachment (Word) to: hrromero@utpa.edu (in English or French) and to figueroa@javeriana.edu.co (in Spanish) by November 15, 2009.
Conference dates: March 15-19, 2010
Location:
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Conferences
“Unsettling Decadence: Crisis and Creativity in
Conference hosted by
How can Latin American historical, social, political and artistic processes contribute to rethink notions of “decadence” and “crisis”? Decadence has been associated with ideas of decay, immorality, loss and excess. It conveys a temporality haunted by imminent death and decline, in which the traces of the past –and its abuses, struggles or glories– saturate the present. Intimately related to the contradictions and impossibilities of progress and the corruption of social orders, decadence invites us to think about the modalities of colonialism and imperialism in the region, and the excesses and debaucheries of those in power. Most recently, decadence has also been invoked to describe the crisis in global capitalism, and the forms of excessive expenditure, corruption and profiteering that contributed to the crisis. This crisis marks the limits of an economic order and a certain project of modernity, and enables forms of disorder, disinhibition and anarchy, usually associated with decadence. At the same time, it opens up spaces of political, cultural or economic creativity and experimentation that generate possibilities for the new.
Date: Friday, October 23, 2009
Location:
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Fellowship/Grant Opportunities
Jacob K. Javits Fellowship Program
The Jacob K. Javits (JKJ) Fellowship Program awards fellowships to eligible students of superior ability, selected on the basis of demonstrated achievement, financial need, and exceptional promise, to undertake graduate study in specific fields in the arts, humanities, and social sciences leading to a doctoral degree or to a master's degree in those fields in which the master's degree is the terminal highest degree awarded to the selected field of study at accredited institutions of higher education.
The selected fields in the arts are: creative writing, music performance, music theory, music composition, music literature, studio arts (including photography), television, film, cinematography, theater arts, playwriting, screenwriting, acting, and dance. The selected fields in the humanities are: art history (including architectural history), archeology, area studies, classics, comparative literature, English language and literature, folklore, folk life, foreign languages and literature, history, linguistics, philosophy, religion (excluding study of religious vocation), speech, rhetoric, and debate. The selected fields in the social sciences are: anthropology, communications and media, economics, ethnic and cultural studies, geography, political science, psychology (excluding clinical psychology), public policy and public administration, and sociology (excluding the master's and doctoral degrees in social work).
Eligible Applicants: Individuals who, at the time of application, are eligible to receive a Federal grant, loan or work assistance pursuant to section 484 of the Higher Education Act of 1965, as amended (HEA); intend to pursue a doctoral or Master of Fine Arts degree in an eligible field of study selected by the board at an accredited U.S. institution of higher education; and are a U.S. citizen or national, a permanent resident of the United States, in the United States for other than a temporary purpose and intending to become a permanent resident, or a citizen of any one of the Freely Associated States. Applicants must also either: be entering into a doctoral program in academic year 2010-2011, or have not yet completed the first full year in the doctoral program, in an eligible field of study for which they are seeking support; or be entering a Master of Fine Arts program in academic year 2010- 2011, or have not yet completed the first full year in the Master of Fine Arts program, in an eligible field of study for which they are seeking support.
Deadline for Transmittal of Applications: October 5, 2009
Deadline for Transmittal of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA): January 31, 2010
For more information: http://www.ed.gov/legislation/FedRegister/announcements/2009-3/082109c.html
Global Academic Partnership (GAP) Grant Competition
The Global Studies Program (GSP) in the
Fellowship for Women Scholar-Practitioners from Developing Nations
The School for Advanced Research (SAR) is pleased to announce the new Campbell Fellowship for Women Scholar-Practitioners from Developing Nations, made possible with a generous three-year grant from new SAR board member Vera R. Campbell's family foundation.
The Campbell Fellowship will support a female social scientist from a developing nation, either pre- or post-doctoral, whose work addresses women's economic and social empowerment in that nation. The goal of the fellowship is twofold: to advance the scholarly careers of women social scientists from the developing world, and to support research that identifies causes of gender inequity in the developing world and that proposes practical solutions for promoting women's economic and social empowerment.
In addition to a stipend, and housing and office space on the SAR campus, the Campbell Fellow receives travel, shipping, and library resource funds; health insurance; and the support of a mentoring committee of established scholar-practitioners. The fellowship term will start on September 1, 2010 and run through February 28, 2011. The application deadline is November 1, 2009. Application instructions are available in the website's Resident Scholar Fellowship section: http://sarweb.org/index.php?news_campbell_fellowship
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Study Abroad/Research/Internship Opportunities
Alternative Spring Break to
Participate in an amazing opportunity to travel to
Dates: March 6 - 13, 2010
Sign-up deadline: October 23, 2009
For more information about the trip or to sign-up please contact Justine Cortez at jsc37@pitt.edu
Gap Year: International Study for Students & Teachers
Gap years, a common tradition in most parts of Europe, are becoming more and more popular in the
Strategic Decisions & Partnerships (SDPUS) offers distinctive "gap year" semester courses, all of which have been given academic credit in the United States and Canada. They are courses which couple adventure travel with basic humanity projects such as helping a disadvantaged Costa Rican school or by working with an ecological organization, such as "SAVE THE SEA TURTLES" in Las Baulas National Park.
This is a considerable advantage to your gap year or study abroad semester, because not only do you get to experience the most amazing parts of
For more information: contact PFiorentino43@msn.com, via phone at
Fall 2009 Intern Program with The Inter-American Dialogue
The Inter-American Dialogue offers full and part-time volunteer internships in the fall, spring and summer semesters for students interested in the dynamics of inter-American relations. The Dialogue is a forum for sustained exchange among leaders of the Western Hemisphere and an independent, nonpartisan center for policy analysis on economic and political relations in the
Responsibilities:
- As assigned, assist the president, associates and staff with research and writing on current issues affecting U.S.-Latin American relations;
- Attend and report on Washington-area briefings, working groups, congressional testimonies and meetings;
- Take notes for Dialogue events and write event summaries;
- Edit and translate articles, reports and other publications;
- Perform administrative tasks including: managing the front desk, assisting in conference organization and outreach, and intermittent copying, faxing and mailings.
Qualifications:
- Undergraduate or graduate students majoring in the social sciences with a focus on Latin America/Caribbean;
- Demonstrated research and writing ability, plus excellent communications skills;
- Interest in the economic, social, and political issues affecting the
- Proficiency in English and Spanish and/or Portuguese;
- Computer proficiency in MSWord, Excel and the Internet.
Duration:
A minimum of eight 16-20 hour weeks are required during the fall and spring semesters. Summer interns are expected to work full-time (30-40 hours per week).
Application Procedure:
Please submit a cover letter, resume, brief writing sample (1-2 pages) and letter of recommendation to the "Internship Coordinator" at the address below. Applications are accepted throughout the year; however, please note the following deadlines for each term:
Spring – December 1, 2009
For more information, please contact: Inter-American Dialogue, Attn: Intern Coordinator, 1211 Connecticut Avenue, N.W., Suite 510, Washington, DC 20036 or send an email to, internships@thedialogue.org
Internships Available
The Council on Hemispheric Affairs (COHA) is looking for qualified interns to join our team in
For more information on COHA and the application process, visit our intern page here: www.coha.org/about-internships/
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Employment Opportunities
Assistant or Associate Professor (Tenure Track), Department of Latin American & Latina/o Studies,
The Department of Latin American and Latina/o Studies of John Jay College of Criminal Justice, City University of New York, is currently recruiting faculty to help launch its innovative B.A. program. We anticipate hiring up to two new faculty members for the Fall of 2010.
John Jay has one of the largest enrollments of Latina/o students of all senior public institutions in the U.S. Northeast. Located steps from
The new interdisciplinary B.A. program in Latin American and Latina/o Studies integrates the study of Latin America with its diasporas in the
We invite applications from candidates in the social sciences and the humanities with qualifications which show promise of making substantial contributions to the new program’s mission, as outlined above. Preferential consideration will be given to applicants with experience in the study of the following: the Spanish-speaking Caribbean (especially the Dominican Republic), and its diasporas in the United States; Latin American Literature; Mexican/Mexican-American/Chicana/os Studies; Border Studies; Afro-Latina/os; Mexico; and Brazil. Applications from historians are especially welcomed.
Candidates are expected to bring enthusiasm and demonstrated commitment to teaching and to develop and maintain an active research and publication agenda. All members of the Department are expected to teach an introductory course in Latina/o Studies. Opportunities are available to teach at the graduate level.
For more information: www.jjay.cuny.edu, if you have questions about this position, please contact Dr. Luis Barrios by phone 212-237-8747/8749 or e-mail at lbarrios@jjay.cuny.edu
Director, Center for Latino Research,
The successful candidate will administer the Center with the advice and support of a University-wide Advisory Board. The Center has one full-time professional Assistant Director and an operating budget to support its mission. This mission reflects
Please forward a letter of application that includes your research interests and vision for the Center along with your CV and three letters of recommendation. We will begin reviewing applications on October 30th 2009 and the position will remain open until filled. Send all materials to Camilla Fojas, Latin American and Latino Studies, DePaul University 2320 N Kenmore Ave. Suite 5 Chicago, IL 60614 or Cfojas@depaul.edu
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NOTICE
The following list of events is provided as a service to the community by the Center for Latin American Studies (CLAS),
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Radio workshop
Learn how to create and share digital audio clips and podcasts with other young Spanish speakers, ages 6-12.
Date: Sundays, through December 6, 2009
Time: 2:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Location:
For more information and registrations: 412-268-5149, 412-268-8052, circulojuvenil@gmail.com, or http://circulocmu.blogspot.com/
Organized by the Círculo Outreach Program, Department of Modern Languages,
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Salud para Niños - Birmingham Clinic
Free Pediatric & Flu Immunization Clinics
Children's
Date: Saturdays, October 10, November 14 & December 12, 2009
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Location: Salvation Army,
For more information: 412-692-6000 option 8, or visit http://www.chp.edu/centers/spanish_clinic.php
Birmingham Free Clinic – New location, More Services
The Birmingham Free Clinic now has a new location, just half of a block from the old building next to the Thrift Store of the Salvation Army.
New Services Include:
· Free Adult Clinics (no health insurance or appointment is needed)
o Mondays, 5:00 p.m. (In English)
o Wednesdays, 12:00 p.m. (In English)
o Saturdays, 9:00 a.m. (except Saturdays of holiday weekends). (In Spanish)
· Salud Para Niños’ Free Pediatric and Immunizations Clinics in Spanish
o Second Saturday of each month 10:00 a.m. (no health insurance or appointment is needed)
· Psychiatric Clinic (In English)
o Wednesdays, 12:00 p.m. (no health insurance or appointment is needed)
Other services include: Free Pharmacy, Cardiology, Dermatology, Ophthalmology, ENT, and Spanish Interpreters depending on availability.
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Annual Hispanic/Latino Car Seat Check (Free Pediatric & Immunization Clinic)
Date: Sunday, October 18, 2009
Time: 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Location: Children's Hospital of
Appointment is required.
For more information: 412-692-6000 (option 8), or visit http://www.chp.edu/centers/car_seat_check_spanish.php
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The Inter-American Commission on Human Rights: “Defending Human Rights” Poster Design Contest
Who: Students ages 12-23
First Prize: $500 USD
Send entries to: Maria-Isabel Rivero at mrivero@oas.org or by mail to CIDH/Maria Isabel Rivero,
Deadline: October 1, 2009
Details and Rules: http://www.iachr.org/pdf%20files/Concurso%20Afiche%20Bases%20Modificadas%20Mayo%20Eng.pdf
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Weekly Intercultural Events
Capoeira Classes on Pitt campus
Grupo Axé Capoeira Pittsburgh offers classes in capoeira, a Brazilian martial art. Classes are open to students and non-students. Classes include martial arts training, acrobatics, music, and dance, and teach discipline, confidence, and respect.
Dates: Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays
Time: 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. (until 7:30pm on Wednesdays)
Location: Multipurpose Room, Trees Hall, University of
For more information: please visit www.axecapoeirapittsburgh.com or email capoeirapittsburgh@gmail.com
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Brazilian Radio Hour
The Brazilian Radio Hour brings you news, music, local events, special interviews, and chances to win tickets to special events. Internships and volunteer opportunities are also available! Help with news analysis, on-air talent, ideas, production, music, etc.
Date: Every Friday
Time: 6:00 – 7:00 p.m.
Radio Station: 88.3 FM
For more information: 412-621-9728, carlapitt@aol.com
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Weekly Language Classes/Practice Sessions
Language Classes at Tango Café
All classes are held at Tango Cafe,
*Minimum purchase of $3.00 from the menu
For more information: call 412-421-1390, www.TangoCafePgh.com
Spanish Level I
Spanish instruction for beginners
Dates & Times: Every Wednesday, 5:30 p.m., Every Thursday, 6:00 p.m.
Spanish Level II
Basic grammar, vocabulary and conversation
Dates & Times: Every Thursday, 1:00 p.m.
Spanish Level III
Intermediate grammar, reading and conversation
Dates & Times: Every Wednesday, 7:00 p.m.
Spanish Level IV
Conversation, reading, writing and expressions
Dates & Times: Every Tuesday, 7:00 p.m.
English Practice (for non-native speakers)
Practice English with native speakers
Dates & Times: Every Friday, 7:00 p.m.
Spanish Conversation “Tertulia”
Open Spanish conversation group
Dates & Times: Every Saturday, 3:30 p.m.
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Chicken Latino – New Hours
Authentic Peruvian Restaurant serving chicken rotisserie and other specialty dishes, located in the Strip District, is now open seven days a week: Monday through Saturday: 11:00 am to 8:00 pm, and Sundays from 11:00 am to 5:00 pm.
For catering services: call 412-758-6672 (Spanish only)
Location:
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*** Deadline ***
If you have an announcement related to a Latin American/Caribbean activity taking place during
November 2009 that you would like to share with others interested in the region
please send details no later than October 23, 2009 to:
Center for Latin American Studies
4200 W.W. Posvar Hall
Fax: 412 648 2199; e-mail: clas@pitt.edu
Sorry, information will not be accepted over the telephone
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