About Us

The Colombian Studies Initiative: Past, Present and Futures, is a collaboration between the Center for Latin American and Caribbean Studies (CLACS) at NYU and Universidad del Rosario in Bogotá, Colombia. The Initiative aims to create an Inter-American hub for research, multidisciplinary conversations and exchange of knowledge concerning Colombia. It supports dialogue, inquiry, and research for US, Colombian, and international scholars, students, NGOs practitioners, and the general public interested in Colombia.

 

NYU CLACS is one of the premier centers of Latin America and Caribbean Studies in the country, deriving its national and international reputation from the strength of its approximately 130 research-active affiliated faculty.

 

Universidad del Rosario is one of the most prestigious universities in Colombia with a rich history of more than 360 years. It has highly contributed to the development of Colombia, offering a rich and diverse educational programs and opportunities for research and public dialogue.