
the 46th ARA Congress
April 28 - 29, 2025
Congress Chair: Gabriela Mustata Wilson

ARA's 50th Anniversary & ARA's 46th Congress
The American Romanian Academy of Arts and Sciences (ARA), in collaboration with the University of Louisiana at Lafayette, is proud to present the 2025 ARA Congress, a landmark event celebrating ARA’s 50th anniversary. This extraordinary gathering will bring together leading academics and professionals across diverse fields, including literature, philosophy, medicine, social sciences, arts, engineering, mathematics, physics, and chemistry.
Founded by Romanian intellectuals in the United States, ARA is dedicated to fostering interdisciplinary collaboration and providing a global platform for the exchange of ideas and groundbreaking research. The 46th Anniversary Congress represents a unique opportunity for cross-cultural and cross-disciplinary engagement, promoting academic excellence and vibrant discussions.
Event Highlights:
Dates: April 28-29, 2025
Location: University of Louisiana at Lafayette, Lafayette, Louisiana, USA
Participants: Scholars, researchers, and thought leaders from various disciplines.
Special Highlight: Held in conjunction with Lafayette’s International Festival, the Congress will offer attendees an enriching blend of intellectual discourse and cultural experiences. Learn more about the festival here.
Join us in celebrating five decades of ARA’s legacy in advancing international scholarship and fostering collaboration across disciplines. Stay tuned for upcoming details on registration, keynote speakers, and the full program.
We look forward to welcoming you to this milestone event!
Warm regards,
Ruxandra Vidu Gabriela Mustata Wilson Gabriel A. Carranza,
ARA President Congress Chair Congress Co-Chair

ARA-46 Congress Chair

Gabriela Mustata Wilson PhD, MSc, FHIMSS, FIAHSI, SNAI
Director, Louisiana Center for Health Innovation;
Professor, Dr. J. Robert Rivet Endowed Chair & Acadian Ambulance Service/BORSF
Eminent Scholar Endowed Chair in Health Informatics, College of Nursing & Health Sciences
University of Louisiana at Lafayette - A Carnegie R1 Research University
ARA-46 Congress Co-Chair

Gabriel A. Carranza, D.V.M., Ph.D.
Executive Director of Global Engagement
Adjunct Research Faculty
Institute for Coastal and Water Research
University of Louisiana at Lafayette - A Carnegie R1 Research University
ARA-46 Congress Honorary Chair

Ruxandra Vidu, PhD, MSc, SNAI
President of American Romanian Academy of Arts and Sciences
Fulbright Alumni
Senior Member, National Academy of Inventors