CUNY Dominican Studies Institute

The CUNY Cultural and Historical Legacy Initiative is pleased to announce the official unveiling of an innovative cultural and educational project dedicated to preserving the legacy of Normandia Maldonado. This initiative includes the publication of a children’s book, the development of a school curriculum, and the production of a documentary, all designed to enrich historical education and strengthen cultural identity for future generations.

The event will take place on May 26, 2026, at 4:00 PM at The City College of New York, Dominican Archives & Library (NAC 2/202).
Admission is free and open to the public; however, space is limited and registration is required.

Ticket page:
https://ticketstripe.com/CUNYCHLIMaldonado
Or access the link in our profile.

Special recognition and appreciation to the tremendous support from U.S. Senators Charles E. Schumer, Kirsten Gillibrand, and Representative Adriano Espaillat for funding this cultural initiative that will benefit youth and families for generations

Discover the voices that will bring the dialogue to life at Bosch Through Time, a conference dedicated to filmmaker René Fortunato.

Meet our panelists: distinguished scholars from across the Americas and experts on the many facets of Professor Juan Bosch. From diverse disciplines and perspectives, they will offer a thoughtful analysis of his literary, political, and democratic legacy.

Panelists:
David Álvarez Martín, Ph.D.
Carolina Armenteros, Ph.D.
Ángel Estévez, Ph.D.
Maritza Hernández, Ph.D.
Juan Ariel Jiménez, MPA/ID
Angeliki Larda, Ph.D.
Pedro Martínez Lillo, Ph.D.
Beatriz Peña, Ph.D.
Mariela Pichardo, Ph.D. Candidate
Amparo Reyes Velázquez, Ph.D.
Juan Tapia, M.D. (New York, USA)
Luisa “Chiqui” Vicioso, M.Ed.
Christopher Winks, Ph.D.

This academic gathering brings together distinguished voices to explore Bosch’s thought across generations and perspectives.

📅 Date: May 15, 2026
🕙 Time: 10:00 AM – 6:30 PM
📍 Location: The City College of New York – Dominican Archives & Library
🎟️ Free admission with registration

🔗 Register now: https://ticketstripe.com/events/8761108628653476
🔗 Or visit the link in our profile

We look forward to welcoming you as we reflect on Bosch through time.

The Dominican Students Association at The City College of New York cordially invites:
“Juan Bosch Through the Eyes of Youth”

🎬 Inaugural Panel – Bosch Through Time Conference
Dedicated to filmmaker René Fortunato

📅 May 14, 2025
🕖 7:00 – 9:00 PM
📍 Dominican Archives & Library, NAC 2/103
@ The City College of New York

Registration: https://ticketstripe.com/events/8761108628653476

Join us as students and alumni come together to explore the enduring legacy of Juan Bosch—through fresh perspectives, meaningful conversation, and community connection.

An evening to learn, reflect, and lead. 💬📚

A posthumous tribute to the legendary Dominican filmmaker René Fortunato, honoring his extraordinary career dedicated to preserving the pivotal moments and figures in Dominican history. His documentaries, books, and award-winning work—including Bosch: Presidente en la frontera imperial—offer an essential visual narrative of our nation’s political and social evolution.

Join us at "Bosch en el Tiempo", an academic conference exploring the enduring legacy of Professor Juan Bosch, organized by the CUNY Dominican Studies Institute and the Juan Bosch Foundation USA.

📅 May 15, 2026 | 🕙 10:00 AM – 6:30 PM
📍 The City College of New York – Dominican Archives & Library
🎟️ Register now 👉 https://ticketstripe.com/events/8761108628653476

Juan Emilio Bosch Gaviño, born in La Vega on June 30, 1909, developed a deep passion for literature and social thought from an early age. After traveling through Spain, Venezuela, and the Caribbean, he returned to the Dominican Republic, where he published Camino Real (1933) and the short story La Mujer, and directed the literary section of Listín Diario. Bosch also contributed to Dominican history and culture as a member of the General Statistics Directorate and co‑founder of the literary group La Cueva. His novel La Mañosa (1936), inspired by 19th‑century civil wars, is considered one of the most important works of Dominican narrative, cementing his legacy as a writer, intellectual, and committed thinker.

Juan Emilio Bosch Gaviño, nacido en La Vega el 30 de junio de 1909, desarrolló desde temprana edad una profunda pasión por la literatura y el pensamiento social. Tras sus viajes por España, Venezuela y el Caribe, regresó a la República Dominicana donde publicó Camino Real (1933) y el cuento La Mujer, además de dirigir la sección literaria del periódico Listín Diario. Bosch también contribuyó a la historia y la cultura dominicana como miembro de la Dirección General de Estadística y cofundador del grupo literario La Cueva. Su novela La Mañosa (1936), inspirada en las guerras civiles del siglo XIX, se considera una de las obras más importantes de la narrativa dominicana, consolidando su legado como escritor, intelectual y pensador comprometido con su país. Conozca más de su vida y obra en nuestra conferencia “Bosch en el Tiempo”.

Learn more about his life and work at our conference “Bosch en el Tiempo”. Join us on Friday, May 15, 2026, for a full day of reflection and dialogue on the intellectual and political legacy of Juan Bosch, bringing together distinguished voices to explore his thought across generations and perspectives.

📅 Date: May 15, 2026
🕙 Time: 10:00 AM – 6:30 PM
📍 Location: The City College of New York – Dominican Archives & Library
🎟️ Free admission with registration
🔗 Register now: https://ticketstripe.com/events/8761108628653476

Conference: “Bosch Through Time”

Join us on Friday, May 15, 2026, for a full day of reflection and dialogue on the intellectual and political legacy of Juan Bosch.

This academic gathering will bring together distinguished voices to explore Bosch’s thought across generations and perspectives.

📅 Date: May 15, 2026
🕙 Time: 10:00 AM – 6:30 PM
📍 Location: The City College of New York – Dominican Archives & Library
🎟️ Free admission with registration
🔗 Register now: https://ticketstripe.com/events/8761108628653476

We look forward to welcoming you as we reflect on Bosch through time.

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📚✨ Conferencia: “Bosch en el Tiempo”

Acompáñanos el viernes 15 de mayo de 2026 para una jornada de reflexión, diálogo y análisis sobre el legado intelectual y político de Juan Bosch.

Un encuentro académico que reunirá destacadas voces para pensar a Bosch desde múltiples perspectivas y generaciones.

📅 Fecha: 15 de mayo de 2026
🕙 Hora: 10:00 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.
📍 Lugar: The City College of New York – Dominican Archives & Library
🎟️ Entrada gratuita con registro previo

🔗 Regístrate aquí: https://ticketstripe.com/events/8761108628653476

¡Les esperamos para pensar a Bosch a través del tiempo!

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We are thrilled to invite you to "Bosch en el Tiempo," a landmark academic conference organized by the CUNY Dominican Studies Institute and the Juan Bosch Foundation USA.

Join us as we explore the enduring legacy of Professor Juan Bosch and his impact on history and society.

📅 When: May 15, 2026
🕙 Time: 10:00 AM – 6:30 PM
📍 Where: The City College of New York – Dominican Archives & Library

🎟️ Register now: Secure your spot today 👉 https://ticketstripe.com/events/8761108628653476

In a landmark nationwide study, the City College of New York-based CUNY Dominican Studies Institute reports that Dominicans have among the highest health insurance coverage rates among Hispanics/Latinos. This is largely due to their significant reliance on public health insurance and publicly supported plans.

The report constitutes the first detailed national study focused specifically on the health insurance status of Dominicans in the United States.

For more information, to obtain the complete report, or to request interviews, please contact: Martha Borish [email protected].

Applications are open!

All undergraduate and graduate students are eligible to apply: https://www.cognitoforms.com/CUNYDominicanStudiesInstitute/_2026ApplicationCUNYDSISummerResearchInternshipProgram

CUNY DSI’s SUMMER RESEARCH INTERNSHIP PROGRAM provides undergraduate and graduate students with meaningful research experience in the field of Dominican Studies. Whether training in the humanities, social sciences, or STEM, selected participants will have the opportunity to work collaboratively and under the guidance of CUNY DSI’s one-of-a-kind multidisciplinary Research Unit.

For any questions regarding the Summer Internship Program, please email Coordinators Jayson Castillo at [email protected] and Patricia Bautista Tiburcio at [email protected].

In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, the City College-based CUNY Dominican Studies Institute is partnering with Google Arts & Culture to create a groundbreaking digital hub. The collection features archival treasures and stories spanning migration, innovation, culture, and activism. It will offer unprecedented access to Dominican history, culture, and contributions in the United States and beyond.

Learn more: https://www.ccny.cuny.edu/news/cuny-dsi-google-arts-culture-partnership-expands-access-dominican-history-hispanic-heritage