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Latin American Studies is a multi-disciplinary program designed to advance students’ understanding of Latin America and people of Latin American heritage. It seeks to provide both broad, general knowledge of the Latin American region as a whole and an in-depth knowledge of specific countries, regions, cultures and communities.
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Coursework in history and political science provides the foundation for understanding the historical, political, cultural and economic development of Latin America. These classes provide an introduction to various cultures and civilizations, as well as familiarity with factors that have shaped the experiences of individuals, groups and countries. Students learn about the social significance of events in the past and the present. These courses enable students to appreciate more fully specific learning objectives in upper-division courses in the same subject area, as well as specialized topics in the support course area.
Students majoring in Latin American studies also take courses in philosophy, religion, biology, anthropology, geography and literature. Proficiency in Spanish facilitates a fuller understanding of the cultures, histories, intellectual traditions and peoples of these countries.
Students may also concentrate in Latin American studies by taking 18 credits in history, political science and select supporting courses, and by demonstrating language proficiency.
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A major in Latin American studies will open doors to a variety of careers, including:
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