Luis J. Henao Uribe

Luis J. Henao Uribe serves as the Humanities Director for the CUNY Humanities Alliance at the City University of New York Graduate Center. A Colombian writer and scholar based in New York since 2005, he plays a pivotal role in connecting Graduate Center students with community college partners while supporting fellows' professional development.

His academic background spans a unique journey from Social Communication and Journalism in Colombia to Spanish language instruction at City College and ultimately a Ph.D. in Latin American, Iberian, and Latino Cultures from the Graduate Center (2018). Dr. Henao Uribe's scholarly work focuses on Latin American literature, particularly Colombian literature, with research examining how novels contribute to national identity formation and state-building through comparative analysis of historical periods like the Mexican Revolution and Colombia's La Violencia.

His creative writing reflects his migration experiences, including the short story collection 'Diarios del limbo' (2006) and the novel 'Hotel Jaguar,' which explore themes of cultural transition, identity, and the tension between preserving heritage and embracing change. As an educator, he has taught Spanish language courses and Latin American literature, developing approaches that integrate students' personal migration experiences with literary analysis.

• Humanities Director, CUNY Humanities Alliance
• Ph.D., Latin American, Iberian, and Latino Cultures, CUNY Graduate Center (2018)
• MA, Spanish, City College, CUNY
• Author of 'Diarios del limbo' and 'Hotel Jaguar'

Dr. Henao Uribe's mentorship philosophy emphasizes creating intentional spaces for connection and support, drawing from his own experiences with generous colleagues early in his career. He approaches students with deep listening, perspective-giving, and consistent reminders of their capabilities during challenging times, believing that structured mentorship is essential for navigating academic journeys successfully.