Latin American Studies

Anne E. Henderson, Ph.D., Coordinator

The Latin American Studies Minor is an interdisciplinary program for traditional undergraduate students offering the opportunity to focus on the rich diversity of the Latin American region. The combination of courses in the history, culture, politics, and economics of the region, combined with proficiency in Spanish, enhances student awareness and understanding of this complex area and its people.

The Program is designed for students who wish to specialize in Latin America and those for whom a deeper knowledge of the region would complement careers in business, education, foreign affairs, government, journalism, law, medicine, religion or humanitarian work.

The Minor consists of six courses (18 credits) and must include two courses in Spanish above the General Education Requirement (one skills course, and one literature or culture course). The remaining four courses may be selected from business, economics, history or political science, according to individual interests. No more than two courses applied to the student's Major may be applied to the Latin American Studies Minor.

Study abroad is strongly recommended. No more than two courses toward the Minor may be taken through any one study abroad program. One study tour to Latin America may count toward the Minor. One course or study tour from any area school participating in the consortium may count toward the Minor, subject to approval by the Notre Dame Minor advisor.