The opening night of our literature symposium features scholars exploring the contributions and legacies of four pioneering eighteenth- and nineteenth-century female figures.

The adventures of women travelers in Latin America are the centerpiece of the latest issue of literary journal Review, set for release by Americas Society’s Literature Department on May 18.

Mexican literary giant Carlos Fuentes dies, Haiti’s president concludes first year in office, and Brazil’s president expands a cash-transfer program. Read these stories and more in the Weekly Roundup.

Ahead of the 2012 U.S. presidential election, recent surveys show the issue of same-sex marriage may have limited impact on the Latino vote, which is increasingly tolerant of gay rights.

Most Latin American countries allow for overseas voting. AS/COA Online looks at expat voting laws and the impact of these ballots on elections.

The May 6 debate gave candidates the chance to present proposals, but made no dent in the frontrunner’s lead. Will undecided voters make up the gap?

What is the future of Asian-Latin American economic ties? An Asia Society panel, in partnership with AS/COA, explored the regions’ links.