GW Cisneros

📢 Registration is now open for the 2025 Conference on Im/migrant Well-Being! Join us February 14th in St. Petersburg, FL to hear from sociologists, public health experts, community advocates, and more on the intersection of policy and the lived experiences of #immigrants. Register today: iwbcollab.org/2025-conferenc…

📽️ Missed the live discussion on US #immigration policy? Catch the recording as Dr. @m_clem from @GeorgeMasonU presents three key policy options. Watch now ⬇️ youtube.com/watch?v=Ul7rNa…

How does the U.S. #immigration system use time as a tool of control for unaccompanied children? In our new concept summary with @AcaciaJustice, we explore this question and more ⬇️ cisneros.columbian.gwu.edu/unaccompanied-…

Thank you to everyone who joined our discussion on Guna culture! It was an honor to hear from the Guna panelists on the significance of molas in their community, spiritual, and political practices. #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth

🚨TODAY at 12pm ET! What are the best paths forward for US #immigration reform? Join us at the Metropolitan Washington Workshop on Immigration and Race series as Dr. Michael A. Clemens from @GeorgeMasonU presents three key policy options. RSVP: go.gwu.edu/mwwir

I serve as the Translational Research Manager for @gwcisneros where we research #Latinos in the United States. Our work focuses on four intersecting priority areas that impact the advancement of Latinos: higher ed, access, economic equity, and well-being.

Cisneros Fellow @annabelle_m22 asked Cisneros Scholars about their experiences in the #2024election and what this moment means to them. Read more ⬇️ cisneros.columbian.gwu.edu/their-own-words

Celebrate #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth with us! While Guna molas are renowned for their intricate designs, the stories of the Guna women who create them are less known. Come hear from them, explore a molas exhibit & enjoy Panamanian food! RSVP: go.gwu.edu/molas

Getting into the #Halloween spirit with our graduate fellows!

We are so grateful for our partnership with @VanComm! Felicidades on this well-deserved award that has opened many doors for Cisneros Scholars 🎉

Cisneros Scholars and Fellows attended the @ElliottSchoolGW Latin American & Caribbean Studies Tertulia, featuring Cisneros Affiliate Faculty Dr. @o_garcia_ponce! He shared insights on public opinion in #Mexico toward immigrants and ways to address negative perceptions.

Felicidades to former Cisneros Fellow and current @gwtweets PhD candidate Carolina Fuentes for moderating an incredible @humanitiesdc event! The event provided space for three community leaders to share their stories about the evolution of Drag in the nation’s capital.

Learning extends beyond the classroom! Cisneros Scholars have been taking cooking classes led by our very own Exec. Director @elivaquera. Check out the delicious dishes they prepared!

Faculty spotlight ✨ Associate Professors Kate Yang and Elizabeth Vaquera both served as featured panelists in the @gwucolumbian Dean’s Election Series. Yang spoke on the role of the federal deficit and debt in the election and Vaquera highlighted her research on DACA recipients.

Cisneros Scholar Jesús Veliz, a third-year student at @gwucolumbian, delivered remarks at the White House to celebrate the National Partnership for Student Success exceeding its recruitment goal — one year ahead of schedule! gwtoday.gwu.edu/gw-student-del…

What’s behind the shift in #Hispanic voter preferences? Cisneros Executive Director @elivaquera shares insights on these voter dynamics ahead of #Election2024 ⬇️ newsweek.com/hispanic-latin…

We asked Comunicadores for the Future alumni how paid internships help level the playing field for Latinx professionals. 🌟Their responses emphasize the critical role paid internships play in providing equitable access to career opportunities. vancomm.com/comunicadores/ #HHM

Cisneros Scholar Claire Avalos was selected to present her research at the @gwtweets University Writing & Research Conference! Her paper addresses the unique challenges faced by LGBTQ+ #migrants in ICE facilities.

Join @gwtrachtenberg tomorrow, Oct 1st at 12pm EST for a webinar on whether remote work can create a more equitable workplace, featuring Cisneros Associate Director @treyago. 🔗 Register here: gwu-edu.zoom.us/meeting/regist…

C-SPAN (@cspan) featured Associate Professor Elizabeth Vaquera in the program "Wilson Center Discussion on Immigration Policy." Check it out: c-span.org/video/?538598-…