Latin American Studies

Minor

Overview

By minoring in Latin American studies, students will be able to supplement their degree with cultural and regional expertise of the countries and peoples of Latin America. After completing the minor, students will have demonstrated language competence and enhanced understanding of the historical, political and cultural forces that affect Latin America. 

Relevant Courses Offered Spring 2025 Semester

Course Number Course Name Instructor Days Time Location
SPAN 3400 Introduction to Hispanic Cinema J.P. Spicer-Escalante M-W 1:30-2:45 Technology 108
PORT 3570 Brazilian Culture & Civilization Cacilda Rêgo T-R 3:00-5:45 OM 207
PORT 4200 Brazilian Media in Global Context Cacilda Rêgo T-R 12:00-2:45 Online
POLS 3270 Latin American Government and Politics (DSS) Diego Romero T-R 1:30-2:45 OM 119
HIST 3660 History of Mexico James Sanders T-R 12:00-1:15 Eccles Business 216
ENGL 3610 Multicultural American Literature Nate Straight T 5:15-7:45 Online
ENGL 4375 US Latinx Literature Sophia Martínez-Abbud T-R 9:00-10:15 Ray B. West 102

Career Application

The Latin American studies minor requires language competency in introductory Spanish or Portuguese, so graduates can expect to leave prepared to become effective international citizens. Supplementing a bachelor’s degree with this minor will prepare students to seek employment as government workers, or with companies dealing in international business or development.

Get Involved

El Club de Español

El Club de Español is a place for students of all Spanish language capabilities to get together and practice their Spanish.

Study Abroad

Study languages in their native contexts and gain greater understanding of the ways that language influences populations and cultures.

Program Contacts

Marcela Lemos

Marcela Lemos

Assistant Professor, Latin American Studies Director

Office: MHC 128
Email: marcela.lemos@usu.edu

Brendan Lee

Brendan Lee

Academic Advisor

Phone: 435 797 3883
Office: MHC 101
Email: brendan.lee@usu.edu

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