UCSD CAMPUS NOTICE University of California, San Diego |
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OFFICE OF THE CHANCELLOR December 3, 1998 ACADEMIC SENATE AND INSTRUCTIONAL STAFF KEY ADMINISTRATORS/KEY SUPPORT STAFF SUBJECT: Reappointment of Professor Peter H. Smith as Director of Latin American Studies It is my pleasure to announce the reappointment of Professor Peter Smith as Director of Latin American Studies through Summer, 2000. In this capacity, he serves as special adviser to me on Latin American affairs and reports to Vice Chancellor for Research Richard Attiyeh. Since beginning his appointment as Director in 1994, Director Smith has provided excellent leadership in promoting and developing Latin American Studies teaching and research programs throughout the UCSD campus. In response to student demand, an undergraduate major in Latin American Studies was established. The M.A. program has continued to be refined and improved. Long-term collaborations with the Center for U.S.-Mexican Studies, Center for Iberian and Latin American Studies, Institute of the Americas, Graduate School of International Relations and Pacific Studies, Institute on Global Conflict and Cooperation, San Diego State University, and San Diego Dialogue have been fostered. Outreach has been strengthened through the production and broadcast of a UCSD-TV program, the initiation of a special institute for public school teachers, the development and enhancement of a Latin American Studies Website, and distribution of a Latin American Studies newsletter to the San Diego media and community. Grant funding has been garnered for curriculum development, student fellowships and research, faculty research activities, international training programs, and conferences. We are grateful to Peter for his contributions to date and look forward to his continuing to build Latin American Studies on the campus. Robert C. Dynes Chancellor |