Making Room for Latin American Studies and Scholars at CUNY

In this episode of The Thought Project, host Tanya Domi welcomes Mila Burns, associate director of the Center for Latin American, Caribbean, and Latino Studies at the CUNY Graduate Center and a professor of History at the Graduate Center and Lehman College. A proud Graduate Center alumna, she shares insights from her interdisciplinary career spanning journalism, anthropology, and history. She discusses her forthcoming book, "Dictatorship Across Borders: Brazil, Chile, and the South American Cold War", which explores Brazil’s covert role in Chile’s 1973 coup. The conversation also delves into contemporary issues, including Latin American politics, immigration challenges, and climate change. Burns highlights the Graduate Center’s distinction as a Fulbright Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) leader and its strides in empowering Latino scholars. From fostering groundbreaking student research to launching initiatives like the Reportage Fellowship and the Latino Data Project, her work embodies a commitment to amplifying diverse voices. Listen in to learn more.