BA in Latin American Studies
- Historical origins of Latin America, similarities and differences among the nations of the Latin America |
- Understanding and appreciation of the artistic and cultural heritage of region |
- Critical understanding of social and economic issues facing the region and its position in the world economic system |
- Knowledge of the contributions of different academic disciplines to the study of Latin America |
- Ability to understand and apply a range of theoretical perspectives relevant to the study of the Global North and South |
- Understanding of the ethnic, religious, racial, cultural diversity found in Latin America |
- General knowledge of the geography and ecology of Latin America |
- Understanding of the migration of Latin Americans to the United States and their relationships to their countries of origin |
- Understanding of the history of Latin American Studies as a discipline and its relation to other areas of study |
- Ability to apply critical analysis to issues related to Latin America |
- Familiarity with forms of information and data related to the Latin American region and the ability to access that information |
- Ability to write a lucid, well-organized research paper |
- Ability to use the Spanish (or another Latin American language) as a research tool |
- Ability to collect, organize, and analyze qualitative and quantitative data |
- Ability to read, compare and contrast, and critically assess a wide range of theoretical perspectives on social, economic, and political issues |
- Ability to critically read and reflect upon a range of scholarly literature from various disciplines |
- Knowledge of research methods in social sciences |
MA in Latin American Studies
- Demonstrate knowledge of the Latin American region |
- Demonstrate insight of social science disciplines |
- Show appreciation for diverse cultures of the region |
- Converse and conduct research in a language of the region |
- Engage in research on subjects related to the region |
- Apply critical thinking and writing skills |
- Write a thesis or take a comprehensive exam in three academic fields |