The Minor in Latin American Studies explores the diverse countries and cultures of Latin America through an interdisciplinary lens. Students acquire basic proficiency in Spanish and an understanding of the traditions and trends that influence the region. The minor is a valuable complement to majors in agriculture, anthropology, geography, business, history, international relations, political science, and Spanish.
Students are encouraged to participate in study abroad opportunities in Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Costa Rica, Cuba, Ecuador, Mexico, and Uruguay.
Course Requirements for the Minor
The following courses, or their approved transfer equivalents, are required of all candidates for this minor.
A minimum of third-semester competency in Spanish is required for the Latin American Studies minor. Students interested in Portuguese can fulfill this language requirement by taking the equivalent of three semesters of Portuguese from an accredited program either in the United States or through study abroad. Students who have met the language competency prior to enrollment should see the minor advisor regarding completion of requirements.
