Fundación Duques de Soria de Ciencia y Cultura Hispánica
A private foundation based in Soria that promotes the Spanish language, international Hispanic studies, and scientific research through academic and cultural programs.
About Fundación Duques de Soria de Ciencia y Cultura Hispánica
Spanish-language and Hispanic-culture programs
Fundación Duques de Soria de Ciencia y Cultura Hispánica (FDS) is a private nonprofit institution based in Soria, Spain. Its mission is to contribute to Spain's cultural and scientific development and to strengthen Soria as a center of cultural activity. Its programs focus on the Spanish language and Hispanic culture, international Hispanic studies, science and university research, and the preservation and development of cultural heritage.
Programs and activities
The foundation organizes a wide range of academic and cultural activities, including:
- International Hispanic Studies Seminars: meetings led by scholars from universities around the world, including the National University of San Martín in Argentina, Shenzhen University in China, and Istanbul University in Turkey.
- Academic chairs: the Valdeavellano Chair in Spanish History, the Don Juan de Borbón, Count of Barcelona, Chair, and the Carlos V Chair in Hispanic Studies.
- Landscape Institute: with its own publications and projects.
- Permanent Observatory of Hispanic Studies (OPH): established in 2013, with a scientific committee and correspondents; it awards fellowships for stays at the Casa del Hispanista.
- Awards and opportunities: the Fundación Duques de Soria Award, the Duques de Soria Award for Hispanic Studies in Belgium, and fellowships at the Casa del Hispanista.
- Exhibitions: part of its annual program, including “Hecho en Soria” by Fernando Mastretta at the Palacio de la Audiencia.
- Literature and Journalism Days at the University of Valladolid.
- Guest lectures and history seminars.
Location and contact
The foundation is based at the Convento de la Merced in Soria and also manages the Duques de Soria University Residence. Inquiries can be sent through the contact form on its website.
Recognition
The foundation has received awards and distinctions over the course of its work, and its contribution is recognized in the field of international Hispanic studies.
International Hispanic studies and culture