A minor in Latin American Studies is an interdisciplinary program designed
to provide graduates with an organized focus for their interests in Latin
America. The program is designed to enhance, rather than substitute
for, a student's disciplinary major. A minimum of 18 credits is required
from the following courses, selected from at least four departments:
- HIST
135,
336,
430,
477
- GEOG
226
- SPAN
303,
304,
326,
415,
430, 464,
475, 491
- ANTH
265,
323,
337,
338,
375,
380
- ARTH
232, 419,
440
- PORT
207, 315
- POSC
426,
431,
450
Language Requirement
In addition to the 18-credit minimum, students must complete SPAN107 or demonstrate equivalent proficiency on the placement test. Equivalent competence in Portuguese will be allowed. The study of both languages is strongly encouraged.
Study Abroad
Latin American Studies minors should plan to attend a semester or winter session at a Latin American site.
Advisement and substitutions
Substitutions may be made for the above specified courses, with permission from the Director of the Latin American Studies Program, and only so long as the same disciplinary distribution is maintained.
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