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LATAM at GW LATAM@GW is the student organization affiliated with the Latin American and Hemispheric Studies Program at the Elliott School of International Affairs.

We are excited to introduce our 2026-2027 E-Board! Get to know the team driving our mission forward. Stay tuned for enga...
09/23/2026

We are excited to introduce our 2026-2027 E-Board!
Get to know the team driving our mission forward. Stay tuned for engaging events, insightful discussions, and much more ahead!

MAAPS applications are officially open! 🌎Whether you’re a first-year student looking for guidance or an upperclass stude...
09/19/2026

MAAPS applications are officially open! 🌎
Whether you’re a first-year student looking for guidance or an upperclass student ready to share what you’ve learned, MAAPS is building a community rooted in mentorship, opportunity, and connection.
🎓 Open to all majors
🌎 Mentorship in English, Spanish, Portuguese & French
🤝 Mentor & Mentee applications now open
Learn it. Use it. Pass it forward.
Apply through the link in our bio!

Join us for our first event of the year: a conversation with Ambassador Lazzeri on the evolution and future of U.S.-Mexi...
09/04/2026

Join us for our first event of the year: a conversation with Ambassador Lazzeri on the evolution and future of U.S.-Mexico economic relations, with particular attention to trade, investment, and the upcoming USMCA review. Open to undergraduate and graduate students, Faculty, and Staff.

đź“… Thursday, September 24
⏰ 5:30 PM
đź“Ť Elliott School of International Affairs, State Room (7th Floor)
đź‘”Business casual dress code

RSVP required, link in our bio.

Due to unforseen circumstances, see below the change to this event: Join LATAM@GW and LACS (Latin American Caribbean Stu...
04/29/2026

Due to unforseen circumstances, see below the change to this event: Join LATAM@GW and LACS (Latin American Caribbean Studies Initiative) in exploring the successes and shortcomings of Colombia’s historic peace deal signed in 2016. Speakers will include Ambassador Peña Jaramillo and Dr. Gimena Sanchez-Garzoli

The Ambassador serving as High Commissioner for Peace at the Presidency of the Republic of Colombia from 1995 to 1998, has been deeply involved in the peace processes long before the peace deal, and offers a unique perspective on the last ten years.

Join us for a rich conversation with an opportunity for Q&A. This event is open to the public, and an RSVP is required. Please make sure to bring a form of ID. Light refreshments will be provided.

Date: Friday, May 1st
Time: 10:00 AM
Location: Elliott School of International Affairs: Room 212

Any inquiries can be sent to [email protected]. RSVP Link in bio

Join LATAM@GW and LACS (Latin American Caribbean Studies Initiative) in exploring the successes and shortcomings of Colo...
04/21/2026

Join LATAM@GW and LACS (Latin American Caribbean Studies Initiative) in exploring the successes and shortcomings of Colombia’s historic peace deal signed in 2016. Speakers will include Ambassador Peña Jaramillo and Dr. Elvira Maria Restrepo (GWU).

The Ambassador serving as High Commissioner for Peace at the Presidency of the Republic of Colombia from 1995 to 1998, has been deeply involved in the peace processes long before the peace deal, and offers a unique perspective on the last ten years.

Dr. Restrepo, having served as a special advisor to former President Manuel Santos the year the peace deal was signed (2016-2017), offers a different and complementary perspective on the process of reaching an agreement as well as the deal’s ability to withstand the test of time.

Join us for a rich conversation with an opportunity for Q&A. This event is open to the public, and an RSVP is required. Please make sure to bring a form of ID. Light refreshments will be provided.

Date: Friday, May 1st
Time: 10:00 AM
Location: Elliott School of International Affairs: Room 212

Any inquiries can be sent to [email protected]. RSVP Link in bio!

Join LATAM@GW and LACS (Latin American Caribbean Studies Initiative) in exploring the successes and shortcomings of Colo...
04/21/2026

Join LATAM@GW and LACS (Latin American Caribbean Studies Initiative) in exploring the successes and shortcomings of Colombia’s historic peace deal signed in 2016. Speakers will include Ambassador Peña Jaramillo and Dr. Elvira Maria Restrepo (GWU).

The Ambassador serving as High Commissioner for Peace at the Presidency of the Republic of Colombia from 1995 to 1998, has been deeply involved in the peace processes long before the peace deal, and offers a unique perspective on the last ten years.

Dr. Restrepo, having served as a special advisor to former President Manuel Santos the year the peace deal was signed (2016-2017), offers a different and complementary perspective on the process of reaching an agreement as well as the deal’s ability to withstand the test of time.

Join us for a rich conversation with an opportunity for Q&A. This event is open to the public, and an RSVP is required. Please make sure to bring a form of ID. Light refreshments will be provided.

Date: Friday, May 1st
Time: 10:00 AM
Location: Elliott School of International Affairs: Room 212

Any inquiries can be sent to [email protected] RSVP IN BIO!

Join us May 1st in exploring the successes and shortcomings of Colombia’s historic peace deal signed in 2016. Speakers w...
04/20/2026

Join us May 1st in exploring the successes and shortcomings of Colombia’s historic peace deal signed in 2016. Speakers will include Ambassador Peña Jaramillo and Dr. Elvira Maria Restrepo (GWU).

The Ambassador serving as High Commissioner for Peace at the Presidency of the Republic of Colombia from 1995 to 1998, has been deeply involved in the peace processes long before the peace deal, and offers a unique perspective on the last ten years.

Dr. Restrepo, having served as a special advisor to former President Manuel Santos the year the peace deal was signed (2016), offers a different and complementary perspective on the process of reaching an agreement as well as the deal’s ability to withstand the test of time.

Join us for a rich conversation with an opportunity for Q&A. This event is open to the public, and an RSVP is required. Please make sure to bring a form of ID. Light refreshments will be provided.

Any inquiries can be sent to [email protected]
RSVP link in bio!

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04/11/2026

Join us!

Join us Wednesday for a screening of Spring of the Vanishing and a discussion. See you there! 🇲🇽
04/06/2026

Join us Wednesday for a screening of Spring of the Vanishing and a discussion. See you there! 🇲🇽

Beyond the Border!After months of research, powerful stories, and critical insight, we’re bringing it all together.Join ...
03/24/2026

Beyond the Border!

After months of research, powerful stories, and critical insight, we’re bringing it all together.

Join us as we dive into the realities women face when returning to Mexico and the challenges of reintegration, identity, and resilience.

đź“… Tuesday, April 7th
⏰ 7–9 PM EST
đź“Ť Elliott School, Room 214

In-person or online—don’t miss this important conversation on global peace & security.

đź”— Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_woC_n09hQ5-OsjrigHAQUg

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