Walker Symposium: Latin America in MotionSaturday, October 5, 9 a.m.
Parker-Reed Room, Schair-Swenson-Watson Alumni Center
Presented by the Latin American Studies Program, this year's Walker Symposium, Latin America in Motion, will explore the work of historian Paul Gootenberg on the history of cocaine, that of sociologist Marta Tienda on immigration, and that of literature professor Raquel Chang-Rodríguez on early narratives about Florida. Poet Richard Blanco will offer his award-winning poetry and thoughts, and musician Yuniel Jiménez will present traditional and new genres of Cuban music. The day will include a roundtable and Q and A with the guest speakers. More information is available here. |