The Institute is key at convening and supporting scholarship relevant to the Americas. Following are some of the recent discussions, symposia, research lunches and special presentations sponsored and organized by the institute.

"The University of Miami leverages its unique geographic advantage to forge research, academic exchange, and innovation-driven partnerships that improve the quality of life throughout the Americas. Having an institute that is devoted to the advanced study of the Americas continues our great tradition of collaboration among students and scholars throughout the hemisphere and positions the University as a force for integration throughout the world.“


JULIO FRENK
President, University of Miami
Former Minister of Health, Mexico

RELEVANT STORIES and Events MIA IN THE NEWS

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Can Milei fix Argentina’s bungled economy?

A sextet of Argentine economists convened for a forum hosted by the Miami Herbert Business School to assess the economic chaos that has plagued Argentina for decades.

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School of Architecture to design a smart city in Guyana

A six-month agreement with the University of Miami calls for experts to create a master plan for a technologically modern area that is a model of sustainability, resilience and health care.

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Conference shines a spotlight on migration’s impact on cities

The Institute for Advanced Study of the Americas hosted an international conference to explore how migrants have shaped nine global cities, including Miami.

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Indigenous people in Argentina demanding rights

A University of Miami professor is studying how the activism of various native communities is giving them a louder voice in their country and across the globe.

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