Our People
As part of the Master of Arts in Latin American Studies, you will study with knowledgeable faculty, supportive staff and motivated peers. We are all dedicated to the cross-disciplinary study of Latin America’s diverse cultures, histories and political and economic processes.
“CLAS forms the hub for teaching and research about Latin America and the Caribbean at Georgetown University. CLAS faculty and students engage in the interdisciplinary study of the region, and the place of the region in the world. We train and empower the next generation of globally conscious leaders and innovators, and seek to foment connections among the CLAS community, local educational communities, and Latin America and the Caribbean.”
Diana Kapiszewski
Provost’s Distinguished Associate Professor, Department of Government
Director, Center for Latin American Studies
Faculty and staff
Our faculty are world-class scholars, researchers and experts in their fields, with years of experience in Latin America and the Caribbean. Alongside our supportive staff, they are committed to your academic and professional success.
Visiting researchers
Visiting researchers are an integral part of the Center for Latin American Studies, enhancing our intellectual community with new perspectives and cutting-edge research in areas such as inequality, foreign relations, social responsibility, human rights, human mobility, artificial intelligence, language preservation and more.
Students and alumni
We aim to form the next generation of globally conscious leaders and innovators capable of fostering the common good. As a student, you’ll grow your knowledge and passion in Latin American topics. As an alumnus, you’ll join a network of alumni who work at places like the Organization of American States, the National Security Council and the U.S. Department of State, and throughout higher education, to focus on the region professionally.
“I was able to learn from both top scholars and real-world practitioners about effective approaches to U.S. policy towards Latin America and the Caribbean.”
“Graduate school was an opportunity to push the bounds of my analytical and writing skills. These are critically important in my career as a political officer since I am frequently meeting with individuals from all walks of life.”
“My political economy concentration exposed me to macroeconomic and monetary policy concepts that resonate with me every day in my role at the Atlanta Fed as I strive to ensure that the American economy works for everyone.”
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