PART OF THE GLOBAL CONNECTIONS FLIGHT PATH

Latin America is one of the most diverse and interesting regions in the world. The variety of peoples, cultures, languages, and environments makes the study of Latin America an exciting intellectual adventure. UO students who minor in Latin American Studies receive a first-rate interdisciplinary training with study abroad and internship opportunities in seven different countries and language instruction in Spanish and Portuguese. Core courses in Latin American Studies are complemented by courses drawn from departments and programs such as History, Anthropology, Philosophy, Geography, Journalism, Spanish, Portuguese, International Studies, and Environmental Studies.

1. Understand the histories, societies, and cultures of this region.


2. Learn and grow in an interdisciplinary field.


3. Become an informed and engaged global citizen.


4. Develop critical language skills.


5. Prepare yourself for a wide variety of future careers or further studies.

Latin American Studies

College of Arts and Sciences
541-346-5051
las.uoregon.edu

• LAS 200


• One course from: LAS 211, 212, or 407


• Choose five elective courses (see dept for approved courses)


• Students must also demonstrate a proficiency in Spanish, Portuguese, or a relevant indigenous language, equivalent to two years of college coursework

Required       8 credits
Electives       20 credits

Total       28 credits

• Non-governmental organizations


• Law firms


• Public interest groups


• Consulting firms


• Print and broadcast media companies

• Oral and written communication


• Critical thinking and analysis


• Language tutoring and translating


• Policy development and analysis


• Economic and community development

• Comparative Literature


• Environmental Studies


• Global Studies


• Planning, Public Policy, and Management


• Romance Languages

Tykeson College and Career Advising
541-346-9200
advising.uoregon.edu/tykeson

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