College of Arts and Humanities
Latino and Latin American Studies
Minor
Minor in Latino and Latin American Studies
Our Latino and Latin American Studies Minor covers the cultures, histories, and societies of Latin America.
It's a journey of discovery where you get to immerse yourself in everything Latino and Latin American. We foster an environment that encourages curiosity, widens perspectives, and hones critical thinking.
Questions? Contact Us.
El Centro Latinx for Latino and Latin American Studies
Create Your Future
What You'll Study
Academic Catalog | Latino and Latin American Studies Website
Core Courses
- LLAS 102 - An Introduction to Latino and Latin American Studies
- LLAS 302 - Chicana/Latina Feminist Voices in the U.S.
Department-Approved Electives
Anthropology
- ANTH 346 - Cultures of Latin America and the Caribbean
Economics
- ECON 101 - Economic Issues
- ECON 102 - World Economic Issues
- ECON 201 - Principles of Economics Micro
English
- ENG 331 - Latina/o Literature
Geography
- GEOG 368 - Geography of Middle America
- GEOG 370 - Geography of South America
History
- HIST 321 - Latin America Through Film, Art, and Music
- HIST 328 - Modern Latin America
- HIST 329 - The Tropics and the Modern World
- HIST 385 - Aztec, Inca, Maya: Empire and City in the New World
- HIST 386 - The Latin American Colonies
- HIST 448 - History of LatinXs in the Pacific Northwest
- HIST 449 - Transnational History of Latinx People in the US
- HIST 460 - Religion in Latin America
- HIST 488 - Mexico in the Modern Era
Latino and Latin American Studies
- LLAS 103 - Survey of Latin American Studies
- LLAS 301 - Urban Society in Latin America
- LLAS 388 - Mexican Cultural Studies
- LLAS 398 - Special Topics
- LLAS 496 - Individual Study
Political Science
- POSC 316 - Latinos and the U.S. Political System
- POSC 343 - The Politics of the U.S. Mexico Border
- POSC 361 - Latin American Politics
Spanish
- SPAN 301 - Introduction to Spanish and Latin American Literature
- SPAN 310 - Hispanic Civilizations and Cultures
- SPAN 347 - Exploring the Land of Magic Realism: A Virtual Voyage Through Colombian History and Culture
- SPAN 414 - Language Variation and Corpus Linguistics
World Languages and Cultures
- WLC 311 - Popular Cultures of the World
- WLC 483 - Sociolinguistics
- WLC 485 - Sociolinguistics of Language Education
Personalized Approach
You can tailor this minor program to your own interests by selecting over half the credits from a list of relevant courses from across the university. Explore Latin American culture through the lens of history, economics, political science, anthropology, and more.
Diversity and Equity Center
The CWU Diversity and Equity Center enhances a vibrant campus environment through intentional and thought-provoking programming that challenges students to strengthen intercultural competencies and develop transformative ideas and skills.
Local Ties
Select History 448 as an elective and become versed in the History of LatinXs in the Pacific Northwest, a class tracing the long history of the Chicanx and Latinx community in the PNW. You’ll learn about social movements, labor development, demographic shift, and migration to the region after World War II.
International Credit
Studying abroad can be a great way to expand your understanding of Latino and Latin American Studies issues. Courses taken through CWU exchange or study-abroad programs in a Latin American university may be applied for program credit. Speak to a LLAS advisor for more details.
Apply
Discover how to apply to your program of choice at Central.
Financial Aid
Our Financial Aid staff are here to help you navigate financial aid.
Student Life
Pursue your interests in a supportive community. Learn more.
Visit
The best way to discover what makes CWU so special is to experience it yourself.
Why Study Latino and Latin American Studies at Central?
- Our small class sizes allow for more personalized attention from faculty, creating a collaborative and supportive learning environment. You’ll have access to professors and academic advisors, ensuring you get the guidance you need to succeed.
- Students can find different class formats that work for them. We support internships, independent studies, and study abroad opportunities. We also welcome students to present their own creative learning ideas.
- CWU fosters a welcoming and inclusive environment where students feel academically and socially supported. Whether through student organizations like student clubs or leadership programs, students can enhance their experience and build a strong network of peers and mentors.
- Our faculty bring firsthand knowledge into the classroom from their experiences teaching, living, and conducting research in many different Latin American countries.
