Latin American Studies
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Latin American Studies at ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø
In ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø’s Latin American Studies minor, you’ll examine the region through art, film, history, literature, economics and politics. You’ll study the forces that have shaped Latin American societies and explore the issues influencing the region today.
This flexible minor is designed to complement nearly any major. Pair it with art, art history, economics, history, international studies, politics or Spanish to build a course of study around your interests and goals.
You’ll also develop basic Spanish language proficiency, strengthening your ability to engage with Spanish-language sources, communities and cultures.
What you’ll study
- Economic Development
- Dictatorship and Democracy in Latin America
- Introduction to Hispanic Literature
- International Relations from a Latin-American Perspective
- Political Issues in Latin-American Literature and Film
- Students are also required to attain a basic level of Spanish language proficiency.
Like OU’s signature liberal arts foundation (the Core), the Latin American Studies minor offers a multidisciplinary framework… a thought-provoking, status-quo-challenging way to broaden your horizons and transform your understanding of the world.
Since the Latin American Studies program is interdisciplinary – and designed to be flexible – you can tailor the minor to support and complement your major course of study, whether that’s art, art history, economics, international studies, history, political science, Spanish language, literature, an individually planned major, or anything else.
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Hands-on Learning
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Career Opportunities
At ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø, interdisciplinary learning is also hands-on. You can shape an independent research project, present your work at the Liberal Arts and Sciences Symposium and connect classroom ideas with real communities.
- OU’s nurturing environment is focused on the individual, offering students plenty of opportunities to design their own research projects. Recently our students presented their work on fiction and film, and the military dictatorships of Chile, Argentina, and Uruguay, at ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø’s Liberal Arts and Sciences Symposium.
- Internships help integrate theory and practice – and look great on your resume. Students have completed internships at organizations like the Carter Center (where they’ve helped support the Center’s programs for peace, health, and international human rights), and the Latin American Association (which develops resources for Atlanta’s local Hispanic communities, focusing on youth and family services, employment assistance, language instruction and translation).
- Take advantage of opportunities for study abroad, and you’ll expand your horizons and improve your language skills. ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø partners with several outstanding institutions in Latin America, including Universidad de Belgrano (Argentina), the Universidad de San Francisco de Quito (Ecuador), and the Instituto Tecnológico y de Estudios Superiores de Occidente (Mexico). Recently, a professor led students on an educational trip to Cuba during winter break.
Your career options will depend a lot on your major. Whatever you choose as your primary course of study, the minor in Latin American Studies is a strong addition. With this practical and highly relevant body of knowledge and accompanying skill set, you’ll be in greater demand in whatever field you choose to pursue your dreams.
- With a minor in Latin American Studies, you’ll be well-positioned for a career in education, translation and interpretation, international business or nonprofit organizations, or the Foreign Service. (One alum who pursued similar coursework is now working at the Carter Center.) Or, continue to refine your expertise with a graduate degree in a related subject.
Learn about yourself and the world
Plan your perfect trip with help from the advisors in Global Education. They’ll coach you through the easy steps to study abroad and answer your questions about the unique travel experiences offered through our global study partner, LeadAbroad. Some trips even offer course credit, so you can enjoy global adventures and still graduate on time!
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Q&A
It’s an interdisciplinary minor that examines Latin America through art, film, history, literature, economics and politics. You’ll also develop basic Spanish language proficiency.
The minor complements nearly any major, including art, art history, economics, history, international studies, politics and Spanish.
Courses include Economic Development, Dictatorship and Democracy in Latin America, Introduction to Hispanic Literature, International Relations from a Latin-American Perspective and Political Issues in Latin-American Literature and Film.
Yes. Global Education can guide you through semester, summer and short-term options, which may include partner institutions in Argentina, Ecuador and Mexico.
Atlanta offers access to international organizations, consulates, global businesses and nonprofit organizations, which supports learning in public service, international affairs, education and business.
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