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Gerardo Otero is a Professor Emeritus in the School for International Studies at Simon Fraser University, where he has significantly contributed to research in social sciences. He was the 2021/2022 president of the Latin American Studies Association (LASA), organizing the 40th congress, which focused on the theme of 'Socioenvironmental Polarization and Rivalry among Great Powers'. In recognition of his impactful work, he was elected as a fellow of the Royal Society of Canada’s Academy II (Social Sciences) in 2021. Otero is also noted for receiving the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences' Dean's Medal for Lifetime Achievement in Fall 2024, which acknowledges his excellence in research, teaching, and service. Beyond academia, he is a founding member of the British Columbia Employment Standards Coalition and has been actively engaged in various initiatives promoting social justice and educational excellence.
Department of Philosophy