Quechua at Penn

09/28/2026

Hi everyone!
Meet Penn Quechua/Andean representation 2026-27 board! We’re excited to bring you another year of connection to the Andes region! Be sure to keep an eye out for our future events and remember everyone is invited!! 🏔️

08/31/2026

Hi everyone!! We are so happy to announce that our board applications for Andean Representation are open for the 26-27 academic year. You may use this QR code to apply and the link to the application is also available in our bio :) Looking forward to seeing your applications!! 🏔️🌱🦙

05/22/2026

Allillanchu wawqi-paniykuna!

We are excited to share with you a video-interview (3) by Dr. Zenón Depaz Toledo from our First Symposium on Indigenous Philosophy across the Americas: Epistemologies and Ontologies outside the Settler Colonial Hegemony.

05/19/2026

Allillanchu wawqi-paniykuna!

We are excited to share with you a video-interview (2) by Dr. Natalie Avalos from our First Symposium on Indigenous Philosophy across the Americas: Epistemologies and Ontologies outside the Settler Colonial Hegemony.

05/14/2026

Allillanchu wawqi-paniykuna!

We are excited to share with you a video-interview (1) by Dr. James Maffie from our First Symposium on Indigenous Philosophy across the Americas: Epistemologies and Ontologies outside the Settler Colonial Hegemony.

03/16/2026

We are thrilled to invite you to our 4th Annual Carnaval, a celebration of Indigenous and Andean traditions! Hosted by Quechua at Penn and Andean Representation, this event is dedicated to honoring our youth, families, Pachamama, and the hope for a fruitful harvest.
Join us for an exciting lineup featuring:
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📅 Date: Saturday, April 4, 2026
⏰ Time: 7 PM – 9 PM
📍 Location: 3601 Locust Walk, Philadelphia, PA 19104 (Arch 208)
💌 Traditional clothing encouraged!
This year’s celebration will highlight Carnaval traditions across the Andes, with cultural representations from Peru, Ecuador, Argentina, and Bolivia, showcasing the diversity and richness of our communities. Carnaval is more than just a celebration; it’s an expression of our cultural pride, resilience, and the spirit of community. We welcome everyone to join in the joy of Carnaval!

A huge thank you to our incredible co-sponsors:
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03/10/2026

Allillanchu wawqi-paniykuna!

From the Andes to the world: Global Conference brings together 644 participants from 42 countries

Reposted by The Hamilton Lugar School of Global and International Studies at Indiana University Bloomington

https://news.iu.edu/hamiltonlugar/live/news/49267-from-the-andes-to-the-world-global-conference

03/05/2026

Allillanchu wawqi-paniykuna!

The Quechua Language and Culture Program at the University of Pennsylvania (Quechua at Penn), the Department of Philosophy at the University of Pennsylvania, and the Department of Philosophy at Temple University invite you to the First Symposium Indigenous Philosophy across the Americas: Epistemologies and Ontologies outside of Settler Colonial Hegemony.

Join this hybrid Symposium on Friday, March 20th, 2026 at the University of Pennsylvania! Venue: McNeil 403

For more information about this event, please follow the link below: https://web.sas.upenn.edu/quechua/symposium-on-indigenous-philosophy/

Explore more about the Quechua Language and Cultures Program at Penn: https://web.sas.upenn.edu/quechua/

Chaypiña tinkusunchik!
We look forward to your participation and attendance!

03/03/2026

Allillanchu wawqi-paniykuna!

From the Andes to the World: Global Conference Brings Together 644 Participants from 42 Countries

https://web.sas.upenn.edu/quechua/news/

02/26/2026

Allillanchu wawqi-paniykuna!

Empowering Indigenous voices: Inaugural global Quechua conference launches Feb. 27
https://news.iu.edu/hamiltonlugar/live/news/49104-empowering-indigenous-voices-inaugural-global

The Center for Latin American and Caribbean Studies at Indiana University’s Hamilton Lugar School of Global and International Studies is proud to co-sponsor the First Glocal Conference on Quechua Languages and Cultures, founded and organized by Penn Language Center, the Quechua Program at the University of Pennsylvania and the Global Indigenous Studies Network at Indiana University.

The conference will be held virtually on February 27–28, making it more accessible to participants around the world. This global gathering will bring together Quechua speakers, Indigenous leaders, community activists, educators, scholars, practitioners, policymakers, and first-time learners to celebrate Quechua as a living, spoken, and globally connected language.

Left: Armando Muyolema, Rector of the Intercultural University of Indigenous Nationalities and Peoples Amawtay Wasi in Ecuador Right: Nancy H. Hornberger, Professor Emerita of Education at the University of Pennsylvania