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LARG 2024

The Latin America Research Group (LARG) is a forum for the study of Latin America. We bring together faculty as well as graduate and undergraduate students working on Latin America from a number of disciplines including anthropology, business, environmental studies, Indigenous education, geography, Hispanic studies, medicine, music, philosophy, political science, public administration and sociology.

Walking Into Consciousness: An artist residency with Lindsay Katsitsakatste Delaronde

Unlock the power of art to open doors, expand consciousness and transform spaces of learning.

Winter Reading Challenge

Sir James Douglas: A New Look at a Key Figure in British Columbia

John Adams, author of "Old Square-Toes and His Lady," will provide insights into Sir James Douglas's life. Registration is open.

Advancing Black inclusion and addressing anti-Black racism

The Scarborough Charter Steering Committee plans to share an update on known work underway to advance Black inclusion and anti-Black racism in our community. This will be followed by a set ofguided reflective questions to ask participants on how we can work together to support further action.

Pet Café

Visit Pet Café for cuddles with therapy dogs while enjoying free coffee, tea, and cookies.

BIPOC Support Group

This five session SWC group welcomes BIPOC students (Black, Indigenous, People of Color) to join in a confidential community of support and growth. We will hold space for exploration of diversity,identity and intersectionality. The agenda will be co-created by group members who will voice their hopes, wants and needs. We will share a space for safety, open respectful dialogue, exploration ofshared lived experiences and differences through conversation. There will be opportunities for learning, sharing struggles and concerns, acknowledging strengths, resources and appreciations.Mindfulness, journalling, poetry, movement and art could be included.

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