CLLAS has an exciting lineup this spring. All are welcome!
Spring 2026 Events
What’s Happening in Cuba? From the 1959 Revolution to Current U.S. Pressures
Thurs. April 9, 6pm–7pm,📍Eugene Public Library (Bascom/Tykeson Room)
Join us on April 9 from 6–7 PM at the Eugene Public Library Downtown (Bascom/Tykeson Room) for a public talk by Dr. Lanie Millar, Associate Professor of Spanish and Portuguese at the University of Oregon.This talk explores Cuba’s current economic crisis, recent protests, and ongoing questions of political legitimacy, placing them in context from the 1959 Revolution to today’s evolving U.S.–Cuba relations. Attendees will gain a deeper understanding of the historical and contemporary forces shaping Cuba’s present moment.
Latine Worldmaking: Queer Ecologies, Migration, and Belonging
Thurs. April 16, 3:30pm–5pm,📍 EMU Crater Lake Room South
Join CLLAS for a research colloquium featuring Dr. Salomé Herrera, Alejandro Marín, and Mo Gámez, whose work explores migration, queer and trans identity, ecology, cultural production, and Latine experiences of belonging. Together, their interdisciplinary research offers thoughtful perspectives on identity, place, and worldmaking across Latinx and Latin American contexts.
2026 Outstanding Undergraduate Awards presented by CLLAS/Latinx Studies
Tues. May 19, 4pm–6pm | 📍 TBD
Mark your calendars for the 2026 CLLAS & Latinx Studies Outstanding Undergraduate Awards Ceremony & Mixer! CLLAS and Latinx Studies invite you to a vibrant celebration honoring our exceptional undergraduate students who have completed excellent research and coursework that shed light on Latinx and Latin American issues around the world. Enjoy music, delicious food, and drinks while learning about their remarkable work. This free event is open to everyone – we look forward to celebrating with you!
CLLAS Tamale Social
June 1 | 12PM–1:30PM | 📍 Knight Library Browsing Room
Let’s celebrate the end of Spring Term with CLLAS-affiliated faculty, students, staff, and delicious tamales from Mami’s Mexican Grill! Vegan and vegetarian options will be available. All CLLAS-affiliated faculty, students, staff, and supporters are welcome! We hope to see you there!