Program Overview

Latino and Latin American Studies Degree

Overview

The Latino and Latin American Studies Degree is a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) program that provides students with a deep understanding of the implications of Latino history and culture. The program is designed to give students a competitive edge in a globalized economy, especially in understanding Hispanic/Latino communities.

Program Details

• Program Type: Major
• Format: On Campus
• Estimated Time to Complete: 4 years
• Credit Hours: 120

Requirements

In addition to the university core curriculum, students take four required courses, four courses in at least two of the three elective areas, and complete either an internship and/or senior research paper.

Elective Areas

• Culture and Humanities
• Policy and Politics
• Country of Origins Study

Program Highlights

• Undergraduate Research Fellowships: Three fellowships are offered annually, providing students with a stipend and the opportunity to work with faculty mentors on research projects.
• Community Engagement: The program sponsors and co-sponsors multiple events annually to promote community engagement and increase awareness and knowledge of the Latina/o diaspora.
• Distinguished Lecturers: The program invites distinguished lecturers and artists to present their research and/or creative works.

Career Opportunities

A degree in Latino and Latin American Studies prepares students for key positions in:

• Educational Institutions
• Federal, State, and Local Government Agencies
• Graduate School or Law School
• Non-Government Organizations
• Private Industry

Sample Courses

• Latinx Literature (3 hrs)
• Historical and Cultural Development of the Mexican-American Community (3 hrs)
• U.S. Immigration Policy (3 hrs)
• Latin American Culture Through Film (3 hrs)
• Chicano Political History 19th and 20th Century (3 hrs)
• Latinos in the U.S. (3 hrs)