Salvadoran leaders join UCLA faculty and guests to recognize 20 years of peace
In examining the current state of El Salvador, the role of past civil conflict must be considered, says First Lady Vanda Pignato.
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Cultural diversity, education and civic participation focus of talk
Combination of cultures makes Los Angeles a city like no other, says L.A. Councilmember Eric Garcetti
'Contested Visions' unveils contrasting histories of colonial Latin America
Exhibit examines the significance of indigenous peoples and cultures within the complex social and artistic landscape of colonial Latin America.
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Documentary about revolutionary Brazilian band makes American debut at UCLA
Henrique Dantas brings Sons of João, The Admirable New Baiano World to the James Bridges Theater
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Profesor traduce un códice clave para decodificar los jeroglíficos mesoamericanos
Professor Kevin Terraciano was interviewed by Agencia EFE about his latest research project: translating the Codex Sierra.
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