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CEPAS
In Spanish, Cepas  means roots, origin or stock. Our Cepas  program touches on the origins of Latin American life. C is for culture, E  for economy, P for politics,
A for art, and S  for sciences. Through these five areas, we offer our culturally-rich  community  the best of border life.
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ENERGY
Led by our energy expert, Jeremy Martin , this program is recognized as one of the oldest energy policy initiatives in the Western Hemisphere.
In a region confronted
with ever more complex energy issues, the program examines the geopolitics of energy -- security, integration and investment. Through a series of meetings and conferences that bring together industry analysts, business leaders and policy makers, the Institute offers comprehensive analysis of public policy on oil, electricity, LNG and natural gas.
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ICT
As the region strives to stay in touch, our Information and Communication Technology  programs bring together experts on subjects ranging from technology trends to e-Government to discuss sustainable policies that promote socio-economic and business opportunities. Our seminars look at industry convergence and regulatory frameworks as well as the development of home-grown technologies and human capital.
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Project  Mexico
From our strategic location at the U.S.-Mexico border, we analyze, discuss and debate Mexico’s economic, social and political development.  Under the leadership of Institute President Jeffrey Davidow, Mexican and U.S. policy makers, academics, journalists and students meet for workshops on public health issues, migration, job creation, municipal finance and environmental issues.
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Workshops

Migration. Poverty.  HIV/AIDS and public health. Latino voters and the U.S. presidential election. U.S. and Latin American experts will share their views on these critical social and political issues throughout the year. We encourage reporters, policy makers, government representatives, teachers and students to join us for these comprehensive training programs on the region’s economic and social challenges.
For journalists, we offer the prestigious Jack F. Ealy Science Journalism workshop.
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Facilities

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Institute facilities, on the UCSD campus, provide
a beautiful setting for business, private, or
academic gatherings.


 

Copley International Conference Center
Encompasses the Hojel Hall of the Americas Auditorium, the Deutz Room, and the Arango Foyer.

Hojel Hall of the Americas Auditorium

Seats close to 300 and is graced with the flags
of the nations of the Americas- a perfect location for lectures, films, musical performances, and seminars.

Deutz Conference Room

Seats up to 80 theatre-style, 35 boardroom-style.
Ideal for intimate gatherings or business meetings.

Arango Foyer

Adjacent to both the auditorium and the Deutz, this area is suitable for receptions, art exhibits for up to 150, as well as small-group lunches or dinners.

Weaver Center

Seats up to
250 theatre-style. With approximately 2,750 SF of space and almost square, the space lends itself well to small or large groups. The Weaver is equipped for videoconferences. Outside the room’s main doors is a small outdoors area suitable for registration, coffee breaks, small luncheons or receptions.

Friend Plaza
Seats above 200 in round tables. Overlooking the Pacific Ocean, the plaza provides a warm and inviting Spanish-style location for lunch, dinners and receptions. The water fountain in the center unifies the Institute of the Americas Complex, which also houses two important Latin American Centers at the University of California, San Diego: The Center for U.S.-Mexican Studies, and the Center for Iberian and Latin American Studies (CILAS).

Institute facilities are equipped with bathrooms and a warming kitchen suitable for professional caterers as well as booths for simultaneous interpretation.

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