UConn’s El Instituto (Institute of Latina/o, Caribbean and Latin American Studies)
Merging Latinx and Latin American studies courses and faculty, El Instituto supports the development of hemispheric and Latinx-centered perspectives on both critical ethnic studies and world area studies.
Apply now to the joint MPP or MPA & Latin(o) American Studies MA program
Gain both policy analysis or administrative skills and in-depth international/intercultural knowledge through this dual MA program of study. Through the joint Master’s degree program, complete El Instituto’s MA in Latina/o and Latin American Studies while also earning a second Master’s in either Public Administration or Public Policy.
Undergraduate major/minor in Latina/o and Latin American Studies
Our undergraduate majors and minors learn research methods and find real-world applications for their skills.
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Aug
20
Workshop with Paradox Teatro1:00pm
Workshop with Paradox Teatro
Saturday, August 20th, 2022
01:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Storrs Campus Ballard Institute and Museum of Puppetry, 1 Royce Circle, Downtown Storrs
In conjunction with their performances of Migraciones / Migrations, Paradox Teatro will host a two-hour workshop at the the Ballard Institute and Museum of Puppetry on Saturday, Aug. 20 from 1-3 p.m. All events will take place at the Ballard Institute Theater located at 1 Royce Circle, Storrs, CT 06268.
This workshop will demonstrate techniques and technologies for sand drawing and shadow puppetry on light tables, as well as performance under a camera for large-scale video projection in live performance. The performance techniques taught by Paradox Teatro artists can be applied to a variety of live performance styles, in addition to filmmaking and animation. The workshop begins with a behind-the-scenes demonstration of how the Paradox Teatro artists perform a scene from their multimedia puppetry performance Migraciones / Migrations. Participants will next be guided through creating their own shadow puppet and will gain hands-on experience practicing sand drawings and performing shadow puppets on stage with light tables, cameras, and video projection.
Paradox Teatro will invite each participant to create an elegantly simple one-minute scene on the topic of “There’s No Place Like Home,” utilizing sand drawings and shadow puppetry, accompanied by live music provided by Paradox Teatro.
Spaces for the workshop are limited. All ages are welcome. Minors must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is $15/person. To reserve a spot, http://bimp.ticketleap.com/paradox-workshop/
Paradox Teatro is a multidisciplinary performing arts company founded in 2017 by Artistic Co-Directors Sofía Padilla and Davey T Steinman. They have toured performances and taught artistic residencies in Europe, United States, and Mexico.
Paradox Teatro’s visit is funded in part by the Mexican Coinversiones Grant from the Sistema de Apoyos a la Creación y Proyectos Culturales, the Jim Henson Foundation, and the New England States Touring program of the New England Foundation for the Arts, made possible with funding from the National Endowment for the Arts Regional Touring Program and the six New England state arts agencies.
For more information, or if you require accommodation to attend this event, please contact Ballard Institute staff at 860.486.8580 or bimp@uconn.edu.Contact Information: Ballard Institute, 860.486.8580 or bimp@uconn.edu
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Aug
20
Migraciones / Migrations by Paradox Teatro7:00pm
Migraciones / Migrations by Paradox Teatro
Saturday, August 20th, 2022
07:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Storrs Campus Ballard Institute and Museum of Puppetry, 1 Royce Circle, Downtown Storrs
The Ballard Institute and Museum of Puppetry at the University of Connecticut will present two performances of Migraciones / Migrations by Paradox Teatro on Saturday, Aug. 20 at 7 p.m. and Sunday, Aug. 21 at 2 p.m. in the Ballard Institute Theater located at 1 Royce Circle, Storrs, CT 06268.
Migraciones / Migrations follows a photojournalist’s journey to learn the story of refugees migrating across sand, water, and shadows. The theme of migrations in the production is informed by the increasing border conflicts between the Paradox Teatro co-founders' home countries, the United States and Mexico. This performance creates a unique layering of hybrid body puppets, sand drawings, and shadow puppetry projections to reveal each character’s search for a new home. These visual mediums are scored by live music and poetry in English and Spanish so that Migraciones / Migrations can communicate with audiences across languages and cultures. This show is 50 minutes long and is recommended for ages 12+.
Paradox Teatro is a multidisciplinary performing arts company founded in 2017 by Artistic Co-Directors Sofía Padilla and Davey T Steinman. They have toured performances and taught artistic residencies in Europe, United States, and Mexico.
Ticket Prices: Adults: $12; Members/Seniors: $10; Students: $8
Tickets can be purchased in advance at the Ballard Institute and Museum of Puppetry, by calling 860-486-8580, or online at http://bimp.ticketleap.com. A surcharge will be added to any purchases made online. Tickets may also be purchased at the Ballard Institute during regular operating hours and on Sunday, Aug 21 starting at noon. Seating will be first come, first served. Visitors can park in the Storrs Center Garage located at 33 Royce Circle. Parking is free for the first two hours and $1 per hour thereafter, with a daily maximum charge of $8.
Paradox Teatro will also lead a two-hour workshop to demonstrate techniques and technology for sand drawings and shadow puppetry on light tables, and to perform under a camera for large-scale video projection in live performance. Spaces for the workshop are limited. Registration is $15/person. To reserve a spot, visit http://bimp.ticketleap.com/paradox-workshop/.
Paradox Teatro’s visit is funded in part by the Mexican Coinversiones Grant from the Sistema de Apoyos a la Creación y Proyectos Culturales, the Jim Henson Foundation, and the New England States Touring program of the New England Foundation for the Arts, made possible with funding from the National Endowment for the Arts Regional Touring Program and the six New England state arts agencies.
For more information, or if you require accommodation to attend this event, please contact Ballard Institute staff at 860.486.8580 or bimp@uconn.edu.Contact Information: Ballard Institute, 860.486.8580 or bimp@uconn.edu
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Aug
21
Migraciones / Migrations by Paradox Teatro2:00pm
Migraciones / Migrations by Paradox Teatro
Sunday, August 21st, 2022
02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Storrs Campus Ballard Institute and Museum of Puppetry, 1 Royce Circle, Downtown Storrs
The Ballard Institute and Museum of Puppetry at the University of Connecticut will present two performances of Migraciones / Migrations by Paradox Teatro on Saturday, Aug. 20 at 7 p.m. and Sunday, Aug. 21 at 2 p.m. in the Ballard Institute Theater located at 1 Royce Circle, Storrs, CT 06268.
Migraciones / Migrations follows a photojournalist’s journey to learn the story of refugees migrating across sand, water, and shadows. The theme of migrations in the production is informed by the increasing border conflicts between the Paradox Teatro co-founders' home countries, the United States and Mexico. This performance creates a unique layering of hybrid body puppets, sand drawings, and shadow puppetry projections to reveal each character’s search for a new home. These visual mediums are scored by live music and poetry in English and Spanish so that Migraciones / Migrations can communicate with audiences across languages and cultures. This show is 50 minutes long and is recommended for ages 12+.
Paradox Teatro is a multidisciplinary performing arts company founded in 2017 by Artistic Co-Directors Sofía Padilla and Davey T Steinman. They have toured performances and taught artistic residencies in Europe, United States, and Mexico.
Ticket Prices: Adults: $12; Members/Seniors: $10; Students: $8
Tickets can be purchased in advance at the Ballard Institute and Museum of Puppetry, by calling 860-486-8580, or online at http://bimp.ticketleap.com. A surcharge will be added to any purchases made online. Tickets may also be purchased at the Ballard Institute during regular operating hours and on Sunday, Aug 21 starting at noon. Seating will be first come, first served. Visitors can park in the Storrs Center Garage located at 33 Royce Circle. Parking is free for the first two hours and $1 per hour thereafter, with a daily maximum charge of $8.
Paradox Teatro will also lead a two-hour workshop to demonstrate techniques and technology for sand drawings and shadow puppetry on light tables, and to perform under a camera for large-scale video projection in live performance. Spaces for the workshop are limited. Registration is $15/person. To reserve a spot, visit http://bimp.ticketleap.com/paradox-workshop/.
Paradox Teatro’s visit is funded in part by the Mexican Coinversiones Grant from the Sistema de Apoyos a la Creación y Proyectos Culturales, the Jim Henson Foundation, and the New England States Touring program of the New England Foundation for the Arts, made possible with funding from the National Endowment for the Arts Regional Touring Program and the six New England state arts agencies.
For more information, or if you require accommodation to attend this event, please contact Ballard Institute staff at 860.486.8580 or bimp@uconn.edu.Contact Information: Ballard Institute, 860.486.8580 or bimp@uconn.edu
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Sep
20
Amistad: Facts and Fictions of Slavery in Film7:00pm
Amistad: Facts and Fictions of Slavery in Film
Tuesday, September 20th, 2022
07:00 PM - 08:30 PM
Other CT's Old State House or Online
At CT's Old State House and co-sponsored by El Instituto join us for an evening conversation.
Title: Amistad: Facts and Fictions of Slavery in Film
Date: Sept 20 7PM
Location: 800 Main St, Hartford, CT 06103 (optional: online)
Bio: Join our panel of experts: Dr. Dexter Gabriel (UConn History), expert on the subject of slavery in film and popular culture, Dr. Daniel Broyld (UMass Lowell African American History), authority on the history of slave resistance and abolition in the US, and Dr. Jorge Felipe-González (U Texas San Antonio History), who will speak about the significance of the Amistad case in the history of Cuban slavery, as well as a critical view of the strengths and shortcoming of the award-winning 1997 film as a representation of the story.
Register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSedqfkRfKa_4q5wpkXT9Ja79TwxDwdTRi_t_VhPkq2t9ZOWpA/viewformContact Information: El Instituto, elinstituto@uconn.edi
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Sep
24
LxSLC Fall 22' Retreat9:30am
LxSLC Fall 22' Retreat
Saturday, September 24th, 2022
09:30 AM - 01:00 PM
Storrs Campus SU Ballroom (330 & 331)
This event will be an all-day experience for new executive board members of our student organizations to gain a better sense of leadership and provide the necessary training that will benefit our organizations.
RSVP: https://forms.gle/JZC6nxkhecaQ4jz58
If you have any questions, please contact lxslc@uconn.eduContact Information: LxSLC Coordinators, Kelly and Amy, (860) 486-1135, lxslc@uconn.edu
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