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First Meeting of the Spanish Book Club

Join us for the Spanish Book Club, a welcoming space to read and discuss Spanish-language literature while connecting with others who share a love of books, culture, and thoughtful conversation. The first meeting will take place on Wednesday, February 26, from 6:00–7:30 pm, in Phelps Hall 4332 (4th Floor).

Talk “Orphans of the Empire: Decolonization and Africa–Portugal Ruptures, Displacement, and the Identity of the ‘Retornados’" by Professor Patrícia Martinho Ferreira

Join us for a talk by Patrícia Martinho Ferreira from Brown University, “Orphans of the Empire: Decolonization and Africa–Portugal Ruptures, Displacement, and the Identity of the ‘Retornados,’” on Thursday, February 19, 3:30–5:00 pm, in Girvetz 2320.

Humanities Decanted Event "Unfaithful: A Translator’s Memoir" with Suzanne Jill Levine

Join us for Humanities Decanted, a conversation with Suzanne Jill Levine (Spanish and Portuguese) and Leo Cabranes-Grant (Spanish and Portuguese) exploring Levine’s new book, "Unfaithful: A Translator’s Memoir" on February 12, 2026, 4:00 pm, in the McCune Conference Room (6020 Humanities and Social Sciences Building).

Talk "Untimeliness, Emergency, Emergence" by Professor Carlos Colmenares Gil

The Graduate Center for Literary Research (GCLR) is pleased to invite you to for a talk by Carlos Colmenares Gil from Indiana University Bloomington for a presentation titled "Untimeliness, Emergency, Emergence," on January 27 at 12 pm.

What’s Next for Venezuela? An Area Global Initiative 'Foro Urgente' Webinar

Join the Center for Latin America and Iberian Research for a virtual discussion on the current crisis in Venezuela and the aftermath of the U.S. military intervention, taking place on January 22, at 2 pm. Panelists will examine the challenges related to governance, democracy, global and U.S. politics, and potential future scenarios.

Writing in the Galleries: Creative Session with Graduate Student Nadia Escalante

We are pleased to announce that graduate student Nadia Escalante will participate in Writing in the Galleries, a creative event organized by the Santa Barbara Museum of Art. This session takes place on January 17 from 11:15 am to 12:45 pm, for a creative writing session open to all.

Professor Juan Pablo Lupi to Serve as Next Faculty Director of the Graduate Center for Literary Research

The Department is pleased to announce that Professor Juan Pablo Lupi will serve as the next Faculty Director of the Graduate Center for Literary Research (GCLR) at UC Santa Barbara.

Writing in the Galleries: Creative Session with Professor Omar Pimienta and Nadia Escalante

We are pleased to announce that Professor Omar Pimienta and graduate student Nadia Escalante will participate in Writing in the Galleries, an event organized by the Santa Barbara Museum of Art. Join us on November 15, from 11:15 am to 12:45 pm, for a creative writing session open to all.