Latin-American Studies - Program Overview

Become a global citizen

Broaden your cultural horizons as you explore history, politics, arts and culture from a Latin-American lens. When you choose Latin-American Studies at CLC, we help you build a strong foundation in non-Western civilizations. Learn historical, societal and literary developments that shape contemporary Latin-American and Caribbean cultures.

You become a global citizen who demonstrates intercultural awareness. In turn, gain a competitive advantage that sets you apart from your monolingual peers. The critical-thinking skills and cultural intelligence you acquire set you up for rewarding careers in fields such as social work, business, public service, law and education.

Why study Latin-American Studies with us?

At CLC, you receive a multidisciplinary education spanning the fields of Anthropology, Literature, Geography, History, Spanish language and Latin-American cultures. We blend research, teaching and active involvement with the community to engage you in cross-cultural experiences.

Become fluent in Spanish

Over 500 million people across the world speak Spanish. Translate your passion for Latin-American culture into rewarding career opportunities.

Learn to think critically, converse, read and write in Spanish. Gain a well-rounded understanding of the Spanish language, dialects and culture. Your classes immerse you in the Spanish-speaking world and cultures with lively discussions, authentic reading materials and writing.