Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Programs - Latin American and Caribbean Studies

Program Description

The Latin American and Caribbean Studies program offers students a broad sampling of courses from multiple disciplines. There are two tracks for students to choose based on their interests.  Students who choose the General Track may have broad interests or want to sample different courses for a comparative focus, or to see Latin America and the Caribbean in its stunning diversity.  A Brazilian Studies concentration enables students to focus their intellectual energy on this increasingly influential country, and to understand the Brazilian experience in regional perspective.

Becoming a major in Latin American and Caribbean Studies provides students with an opportunity to learn about cultures, people, and histories that shape our world today. Students take courses across multiple departments to gain a multifaceted understanding of the region’s histories, cultures, and languages.  Students in this program also gain insights into the experiences of Latinos living in the United States, learning what economic, social, and political realities have shaped their lives.