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Why Support CLACLS

Support for CLACLS directly strengthens opportunities for undergraduate and graduate students whose work engages Latin America, the Caribbean, and Latino communities. Philanthropic contributions help sustain student awards and faculty–student initiatives that provide critical early-stage support for research, community-engaged projects, and interdisciplinary collaboration.  

CLACLS awards have enabled students to conduct pre-dissertation research, develop community-based initiatives, and present their work in scholarly and public forums. These opportunities often play a pivotal role in students’ academic progress, professional development, and long-term career trajectories, including timely degree completion and successful placement in academic, public, and community-oriented careers.  

By giving to CLACLS, donors invest in scholarship and student leadership focused specifically on Latin America, the Caribbean, and Latino communities—areas of study that benefit from sustained institutional commitment and dedicated resources. Contributions help ensure that students and faculty can pursue innovative, interdisciplinary work that deepens understanding of these regions and communities and strengthens connections between the University and the broader public.  

Your support helps sustain a vibrant, interdisciplinary community and ensures that CLACLS can continue to foster meaningful scholarship, engagement, and leadership across disciplines. 

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