Latin American and Latinx Studies - Language Emphasis
Take your Spanish language and cultural proficiency to the next level with UW-Eau Claire's Latin American and Latinx studies - language bachelor's degree.
Explore a Rich, Historic Language
One of only a few programs like it in the region, our exceptional program will help you to become fluent in Spanish while expanding your knowledge of Latin American and Latinx/Hispanic history, culture and current events. Taught by passionate, supportive faculty, you'll dive into engaging coursework, sharpening your communication skills along the way. The small class sizes of language classes allow for group discussions, interesting projects and opportunities to gain cultural competence.
An exciting and key component of this program is that all Latin American and Latinx studies - language emphasis majors are required to participate in a cultural immersion experience, such as study abroad, an international internship, and/or a faculty-led international immersion experience. Over the course of six or more weeks, you'll take what you've learned and put it into practice, all while immersing yourself in the culture. Possible destinations include Costa Rica, Puerto Rico, Chile, Mexico, Argentina, and Guatemala.
In a global market increasingly reliant on cultural and linguistic competencies, a degree in Latin American and Latinx studies will put you in high demand. For those who are less interested in the language and more interested in the culture and society of Latin American and Latinx/Hispanic peoples, see our Latin American and Latinx studies - culture and society emphasis major.
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Where can the Latin American and Latinx studies - language program lead me after graduation?
Holding a degree in Latin American and Latinx studies — especially one with extensive language proficiency requirements like our language emphasis major at UW-Eau Claire — will prepare you for graduate school or a successful career in almost any field.
Our grads go on to work in healthcare, economic/international development, environmental organizations, immigration services, nonprofits, and a variety of other fields and industries. Many Blugolds have also received Fulbright awards and fellowships, making it possible for them to teach or conduct research abroad.
The Latin American and Latinx studies - language emphasis major will allow you to master the Spanish language while providing you with a broad base of cultural and historical knowledge. The major is sometimes paired with other majors, including geography, social work, history, chemistry, English, business or Spanish, providing students with even more career opportunities. A Peace Corps Certificate is also available.
Here are a few courses in Latin American and Latinx Studies - Language Emphasis at UW-Eau Claire.
LAS 222
Introduction to U.S. Latino History and Culture
An interdisciplinary introduction to the history and culture of Latinos in the United States with lectures and course materials in English.
LAS 352
Latin American Civilization
Introduction to the historical background necessary for comprehending contemporary Latin America. Analysis of current social, political, and economic issues, with consideration of influential personalities in present-day Latin American society.
LAS 172
Latin American History: Colonial to the Present
Survey covering the major political, social, and economic developments and issues in Latin Americaâs historical formation, from the colonial era to the present.
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