Alumni
LLILAS master's and PhD graduates, spring 2024
Welcome!
Welcome to the LLILAS alumni page, your gateway to a vibrant community of past graduates. Here, we celebrate the accomplishments of our alumni, foster meaningful connections, and provide resources to support your continued growth and success.
LLILAS alumni are among the most important constituencies of the institute, as their professional success helps to strengthen a collective pride in a LLILAS degree and in our programs. This, in turn, helps us to sustain our position of leadership in Latin American Studies. Read about some of our outstanding alumni on the Alumni Spotlight page.
Below, read about our renewed Alumni Initiative and reasons why we encourage you to join the LLILAS Alumni Network. Ready to join? Contact LLILAS Alumni Coordinator Paloma Díaz.
Visit the Alumni Resources page to learn about professional development, our alumni speaker series, and more!
LLILAS alumnus Christopher Loperena (front row, center) led a roundtable for students on his work in academia
LLILAS Alumni Initiative
The LLILAS Alumni Initiative seeks to
- Engage our alumni in LLILAS programs in order to advance the mission of the institute and enhance the programs of the LLILAS Benson partnership.
- Promote opportunities to strengthen the professional development of our graduates;
- Encourage fellowship and strengthen ties among LLILAS alumni, students, staff, and faculty.
Why Join the Alumni Network?
Reconnect with Peers – Revisit the friendships and connections that defined your educational journey. Through our channels you can reconnect with classmates, professors, and mentors who have played a significant role in your life.
Reconnect with Mentors and LLILAS Benson Staff – Do you have fond memories of your professors or the LLILAS Benson staff that supported you while you were on campus? We can help you to reconnect with them.
Expand Your Professional Network – Meet new people from diverse fields and industries. Engage with professionals who share your interests and passions. Networking opportunities abound through events, forums, and special interest groups. We are creating groups of alumni or subnetworks working in specific industries so you can exchange specific information within your field of work.
Exclusive Resources and Opportunities – Access career services, job postings, and professional development resources tailored for alumni. Stay informed about alumni events, webinars, and workshops designed to help you advance in your career. Learn about our travel funding award for alumni presenting their work at the annual LASA Congress (Contact Paloma Díaz for details.)
Give Back to the Community – Contribute your time, expertise, or resources to support current students and fellow alumni. Participate in mentorship programs, guest lectures, and philanthropic initiatives that make a difference.
Stay Informed – Stay up to date with the latest news, achievements, and stories from our alumni community. Subscribe to our newsletter and join our social media channels to stay in the loop.
Connect with Us
‣ For information on upcoming alumni events, visit the Alumni Resources page
‣ View Portal, the LLILAS Benson review featuring work by students, faculty, and alumni
‣ Follow us on Facebook at LLILAS Alumni
‣ Connect with us on LinkedIn at LLILAS Alumni Group
Do you have a job posting or internship opportunity to share with LLILAS students? Send it to Paloma Díaz.
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