A regional symposium of the Latin American Studies Association

Special Events

 
Welcome Ceremony

Hybrid Session

Tuesday, August 4

Universidad de Costa Rica – CIMAR Building, Auditorium 

2:00 p.m. – 3:15 p.m. (CST) 
Palabras de Bienvenida

3:15 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. (CST) 
Conferencia Magistral de Óscar Martínez
 
The LASA Central America 2026 Opening Ceremony will mark the official start of the Symposium, which will be held in San Jose, Costa Rica, and virtually. This event will be a unique opportunity to welcome in-person attendees and participants to the Regional Symposium. The ceremony is open to all registered on-site participants and the general public through the Symposium hub. 

Welcome Reception

On-site only

Tuesday, August 4

Universidad de Costa Rica – Faculty of Social Sciences, Second Floor       
4:45 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. (CST) 
 
After the Welcome Ceremony, a Welcome Reception will be offered for on-site participants. It will be a moment of camaraderie and celebration, while enjoying refreshments and snacks, to mark the beginning of our LASA Central America 2026 Regional Symposium. Please remember to bring your name badges. 
 

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