Latin American and Latina/o Studies / Minor
Minor Credit Hours: 21
The Latin American and Latina/Latino Studies minor includes courses from a variety of disciplines, such as sociology, history, Spanish, literature, philosophy, psychology, communications, political science, and social work. The minor provides an analysis of the histories, politics, cultures, and societies of both the region of Latin America and the Latina/o communities in the US. It seeks to stimulate and facilitate inquiry, research, and outreach activities related to these areas and their cultural traditions. The minor provides a framework for understanding Latina/o history and culture and contemporary triumphs and struggles of Latinos. The rich traditions, cultural expressions, and historical experiences of Latinos are explored. For further information about the Latin American and Latina/o Studies at Lewis University, consult the Program Director or the Chair of the Sociology Department.
Minors choose an additional 9 credit hours from the list of electives below, but others may be chosen in consultation with the program director.
Degree Requirements
Minor: LATN
I. Required Courses (12)
II. Elective Courses (9)
See courses listed in A and B below. Independent Study, Workshops, and Topics courses must focus on Latina/Latino history and culture in order to apply to the minor. Other courses not listed below may also apply with the consent of the Director of Latin American and Latina/o Studies.
A. Courses offering full coverage of Latin American heritage and issues. Select 6 to 9 credits from this list.
(Up to six hours of Spanish language courses beyond first year may be substituted for First-Year Spanish 1 and 2.)
B. Courses offering partial coverage of Latin American heritage and issues. Select 0 to 3 semester hours from this list.
III. The upper-division course requirements are fulfilled through the completion of HIST 39000 Topics: Introduction to Latina/o Studies, POLS 33500, and SOCI 39000.
IV. Nine hours of this minor (including 2 upper-division courses and one additional course) may not apply to any other minor or a major at Lewis University.