Advocacy
Resolution on Visas for Foreign Artists and Scholars
The following resolution, submitted by the CAA International Committee, was unanimously approved by the CAA Board of Directors on May 7, 2006.WHEREAS, the College Art Association (CAA) is committed to the exchange of ideas internationally;
WHEREAS, the Board has previously expressed concern involving the concerns of the American Historical Association regarding the withholding of a visa to Dr. Waskar Ali, a member of the Aymara indigenous people of Bolivia, who was prevented from accepting an appointment at the University of Nebraska; and
WHEREAS, the Board expresses its concern regarding what appears to be an increasing trend to deny scholars and artists entrance to the United States, based on disapproval of their positions.
RESOLVED That the association take such actions as are appropriate, including working with other learned societies and organizations to identify cases where scholars and artists are denied or are subject to unreasonable delays in granting U.S. visas; advocate for the right of scholars and artists to engage in international exchange; and communicate the Association's concerns on these issues to the membership, affected persons, and the public.
