Latin American Studies

Note: As of the Fall (September) Semester 2025 intake, applications for admission to the Citation in Latin American Studies have been suspended until further notice.

Students gain a broad understanding of Latin American histories, cultures and societies.  In addition, students develop real-world skills that are necessary to achieving success, such as:

• Critical thinking and analysis
• Applied writing, and communications
• Cross cultural communication and cultural awareness.

Four introductory courses, LAMS 1100, 1101, 1102 and 1104, and three second year courses LAMS 2203, 2205 and 2205 explore the richness of Latin America and its people.

Our courses offer students innovative and work integrated learning experiences opportunities to connect with students at universities in Latin America for rich cross cultural and overseas learning experiences.

Elective courses are available in:

• Anthropology
• Art History
• English
• Geography
• Political Science
• Spanish
• Women’s Studies

The interdisciplinary approach allows students to learn about Latin America from a wide range of academic perspectives. A non-credit lecture series, film screenings, and cultural performances are just a selection of the activities featured outside the classroom.

The Citation in Latin American Studies recognizes students who have completed a minimum of 15 credits of study with a focus on courses in Latin American studies and Spanish.