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CUNY Dominican Studies Institute

New York, NY USA

CUNY Dominican Studies Institute (CUNY DSI) at The City College of New York is the nation's first, university-based research institute devoted to the study of people of Dominican descent in the United States and other parts of the world.

Recent Activity

Dr. Sharina Maillo-Pozo Donates Bridging Sonic Borders to the CUNY DSI Library

Dr. Sharina Maillo-Pozo with her book Bridging Sonic Borders at the library on April 30, 2025. The CUNY Dominican Studies Institute Library was excited to welcome back Dr. Sharina Maillo-Pozo, a former CUNY DSI Research Fellowship recipient, who recently visited and donated a copy of her first single-authored book, Bridging... Continue reading

Posted May 30, 2025 at CUNY Dominican Studies Institute Library

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Playwright Carmen Rivera Donates New Editions of The Downfall of Rafael Trujillo

Carmen Rivera with copies of The Downfall of Rafael Trujillo and its Spanish translation La caída de Rafael Trujillo at the library on May 5, 2025. The CUNY Dominican Studies Institute Library is honored to acknowledge a generous book donation from award winning playwright Carmen Rivera, who recently gifted published... Continue reading

Posted May 30, 2025 at CUNY Dominican Studies Institute Library

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Welcoming Our First Class Visit of the Spring Semester!

Dr. Joshua Deckman and his students from Stetson University following our class visit on March 4, 2025. Dr. Joshua Deckman reviewing archival photographs with his students. Students examining a historical scrapbook from the archives. This March, we were thrilled to welcome our first class visit of the Spring semester to... Continue reading

Posted Apr 17, 2025 at CUNY Dominican Studies Institute Library

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Acknowledging a Generous Donation: Classics of Dominican Migration

The fourteen publications donated by Librarian Adrian Johnson to the library, November 18, 2024 The CUNY Dominican Studies Institute Library proudly announces the recent donation of fourteen books from Librarian Adrian Johnson, Head of User Services at the Benson Latin American Collection at the University of Texas Libraries. This generous... Continue reading

Posted Dec 13, 2024 at CUNY Dominican Studies Institute Library

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Exploring Dominican Heritage: A Colorful Collection of Children's Books by Jasdomin Santana Joins CUNY DSI Library

The books generously donated by Jasdomin to the library, September 4, 2024 The CUNY Dominican Studies Institute Library is thrilled to announce a special donation of nineteen books from the talented children's author Jasdomin Santana. This collection includes several of Santana's recent publications, showcasing her dedication to sharing Dominican culture... Continue reading

Posted Sep 11, 2024 at CUNY Dominican Studies Institute Library

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Agradecemos la Generosa Donación de Dos Nuevas Obras a Nuestra Colección

Hortensia González-Gómez y Miriam Mejía Campos firmando sus libros en la biblioteca, 4 de septiembre de 2024. Hoy, extendemos nuestro más sincero agradecimiento a las escritoras Hortensia González-Gómez y Miriam Mejía Campos por su grata visita a nuestra biblioteca y la donación de ejemplares firmados de sus respectivas obras. Nos... Continue reading

Posted Sep 6, 2024 at CUNY Dominican Studies Institute Library

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Dr. Andrés Merejo visita y dona nuevas obras a la biblioteca

Dr. Andrés Merejo con ejemplares de sus publicaciones en la biblioteca, 20 de junio de 2024 Agradecemos al Dr. Andrés Merejo por haber donado dos de sus últimos libros, Cibermundo transido: Enredo gris de pospandemia, guerra y ciberguerra y Filosofía para tiempos transidos y cibernéticos, a la Biblioteca del Instituto... Continue reading

Posted Jul 1, 2024 at CUNY Dominican Studies Institute Library

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Celebrating Dr. Lissette Acosta Corniel: A Scholar's Journey and Heartfelt Donation to the CUNY DSI Library

Dr. Acosta Corniel dedicating a copy of Transatlantic Bondage to the library, June 6, 2024 Dr. Acosta Corniel holding the copy of Transatlantic Bondage she donated to the library, June 6, 2024 The CUNY Dominican Studies Institute (CUNY DSI) Library is delighted to celebrate the achievements of Dr. Lissette Acosta... Continue reading

Posted Jun 26, 2024 at CUNY Dominican Studies Institute Library

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Celebrating a Generous Donation: Maria Elena "Cuqui" Pacheco's Tribute to Johnny Pacheco

Donated copy of Johnny Pacheco: Tres de café, dos de azúcar, y ponle ¡salsa!. Banreservas, 2023 We are delighted to announce a generous donation to the CUNY Dominican Studies Institute Library made by Maria Elena "Cuqui" Pacheco, widow of the legendary salsa pioneer Johnny Pacheco (1935-2021). She has gifted us... Continue reading

Posted Jun 17, 2024 at CUNY Dominican Studies Institute Library

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Books That Matter: Jonathan De Oleo Ramos's Donation Celebrates Afro-Dominican Heritage

From left to right: Professor Sarah Aponte, Jonathan De Oleo Ramos, and Librarian Jhensen Ortiz, May 17, 2024 CUNY Dominican Studies Institute (CUNY DSI) Library is delighted to announce a generous book donation from our second threatened scholar, Jonathan De Oleo Ramos, who will join us as a resident in... Continue reading

Posted May 30, 2024 at CUNY Dominican Studies Institute Library

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A Gift of Legacy: Julia Álvarez's Donation of a Rare Second Edition of Poesías by Salomé Ureña

Welcome to our first blog post of 2024, where we celebrate a heartwarming act of generosity by acclaimed Dominican-American author Julia Álvarez. Álvarez, known for her captivating storytelling and insightful exploration of the country’s historical and cultural themes, recently donated a rare second edition copy of Poesías by Salomé Ureña... Continue reading

Posted Apr 25, 2024 at CUNY Dominican Studies Institute Library

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Professor Emeritus Michiel Baud donates rare and valuable book collection to the library

The most recent contribution to the library significantly broadens and enhances our understanding of the Dominican Republic's history and society throughout various periods. Prof. Michiel Baud, a retired faculty member of the Department of Latin American Studies at the University of Amsterdam and former Director of CEDLA (Centre for Latin... Continue reading

Posted Dec 21, 2023 at CUNY Dominican Studies Institute Library

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Donación y visita del Sr. Borja Medina

Gracias al Sr. Borja Medina por su visita y amable donación de su publicación: Camino a la democracia: Una visión integral para la formación política. Santo Domingo: Editora El Nuevo Diario, 2023. Continue reading

Posted Nov 6, 2023 at CUNY Dominican Studies Institute Library

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Visiting Research Fellow from Bowling Green State University

CUNY Dominican Studies Institute Research Fellow Pablo Gómez-Estévez busy at work! Pablo Gómez-Estévez is a Graduate Student in Composition and Graduate Assistant of Composition Department from the College of Musical Arts in the Bowling Green State University. He is currently working with The Rafael Petitón Guzmán Collection. Continue reading

Posted Oct 25, 2023 at CUNY Dominican Studies Institute Library

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Visita desde Universidad Tecnológica de Pereira, Colombia

El Profesor William Marín Osorio, quien nos visita desde la Universidad Tecnológica de Pereira, Colombia, actualmente está realizando la edición de su libro sobre Pedro Henríquez Ureña, que publicará próximamente la Biblioteca Nacional Pedro Henríquez Ureña en la República Dominicana en colaboración con el Instituto de Estudios Dominicanos de CUNY. Continue reading

Posted Oct 24, 2023 at CUNY Dominican Studies Institute Library

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Thank you to Dr. Kiwia Ojiri and colleagues for their visit and kind donation this month

From left to right: Dr. Kiwia Ojiri, Dr. Pierre Losson, Dr. Tomoki Zozaki, and Dr. Yoshiaki Hisamatsu, September 7, 2023 Yamaoka, Kanako. Haiti and the Dominican Republic: The Development of Two Caribbean Countries Coexisting on an Island. Institute of Developing Economies, 2018 Dr. Kiwia Ojiri and her colleagues joined Associate... Continue reading

Posted Sep 28, 2023 at CUNY Dominican Studies Institute Library

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Reciente visita de la destacada escritora e investigadora Dra. Ylonka Nacidit-Perdomo

De izquierda a derecha: Bibliotecario Jhensen Ortiz, Dra. Ylonka Nacidit-Perdomo, Profesora Sarah Aponte, y el periodista Julio Pérez en las instalaciones del Instituto de Estudios Dominicanos de CUNY (CUNY DSI), 28 de junio de 2023 Agradecemos a la Dra. Ylonka Nacidit-Perdomo, destacada escritora e investigadora de género, por donar varios... Continue reading

Posted Aug 23, 2023 at CUNY Dominican Studies Institute Library

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Thank you Dominican Artists Scherezade García, iliana emilia García, Moses Ros

Prominent Dominican artists Scherezade García, iliana emilia García and Moses Ros with Professor and Chief Librarian Sarah Aponte at the CUNY Dominican Studies Institute Archives and Library donating part of their extensive book and ephemeral collection. Continue reading

Posted Aug 2, 2023 at CUNY Dominican Studies Institute Library

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Celebrating the Dominican Library's Impressive Achievements!

Dear friends of the CUNY Dominican Studies Institute Library, We are pleased to share a message sent to the CUNY DSI mailing list highlighting the latest accomplishments and exciting ventures of the Dominican Library. We appreciate CUNY DSI Director Dr. Ramona Hernández for her constant support with the work we... Continue reading

Posted Jul 10, 2023 at CUNY Dominican Studies Institute Library

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Guest Contributor: The Scarcity of Documenting Dominican Music in the Digital Age

CUNY DSI Library volunteer Ethan Srebnick, photo taken by Jessy Pérez In 2022, Dr. Paul Austerlitz donated part of his extensive music collection (CDs, VHS, cassettes, among others) to the CUNY Dominican Studies Institute Library. Dr. Austerlitz is a musician, composer, and ethnomusicologist specializing in Afro-Caribbean music and jazz. Most... Continue reading

Posted Jun 20, 2023 at CUNY Dominican Studies Institute Library

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Dr. Vanessa K. Valdés donates edited volume to the CUNY DSI library

We are grateful to Dr. Vanessa K. Valdés, Associate Provost and esteemed scholar who purchased and donated a copy of her book: Racialized Visions: Haiti and the Hispanic Caribbean (SUNY Press, SUNY series, Afro-Latinx Futures 2020) to the CUNY Dominican Studies Institute Library. Racialized Visions: Haiti and the Hispanic Caribbean... Continue reading

Posted Apr 18, 2023 at CUNY Dominican Studies Institute Library

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Delightful Visit and Conversation with Gina B Voices

It was a pleasure meeting and spending time with Gina Bess-Bonilla who shared information about her family history, including Dominican musician Ramón E. García (1907-1989). From left to right: Dr. Vanessa K. Valdés, Prof. Sarah Aponte, Gina Bess-Bonilla, and Librarian Jhensen Ortiz, April 3, 2023 To see photos that feature... Continue reading

Posted Apr 18, 2023 at CUNY Dominican Studies Institute Library

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Dr. Norma Fuentes-Mayorga donates latest publication to CUNY DSI Library

We would like to thank Dr. Norma Fuentes-Mayorga, Associate Professor in Sociology and Latin American and Latina/o Studies at the Colin Powell School for Civic and Global Leadership, The City College of New York for donating her recent publications to the CUNY Dominican Studies Institute Library. Dr. Norma Fuentes-Mayorga signing... Continue reading

Posted Apr 17, 2023 at CUNY Dominican Studies Institute Library

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New Acquisitions in the CUNY Dominican Studies Institute Library

A glimpse at some of the titles we have acquired for the library. CUNY Dominican Studies Institute Library is always busy making new acquisitions available to our patrons. To start the semester, we want to share the books that were recently made part of our permanent library collection. Don't forget:... Continue reading

Posted Feb 2, 2023 at CUNY Dominican Studies Institute Library

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Professor Nelson Santana launches a new exhibition documenting Transnational Dominican Activism in the 21st Century

Professor Nelson Santana standing in front of the exhibition “Transnational Dominican Activism” at Bronx Community College Library. A new exhibit in Bronx Community College (BCC) showcases the transnational activism by the Dominican population in the cities of New York, Santo Domingo, and Santiago between 2009 and 2020. Titled “Transnational Dominican... Continue reading

Posted Dec 23, 2022 at CUNY Dominican Studies Institute Library

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