EXPLORE LATIN AMERICA

Immerse yourself in the vibrant cultures, landscapes, and languages of Mexico, Central and South America, and the Hispanic Caribbean with a degree in Latin American Studies.

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Degree Programs

B.A. Latin American Studies

Get a broad interdisciplinary education while studying the history, culture, and society of Latin America.

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M.A. Latin American Studies

Collaborate with internationally renowned Latin American scholars and develop your research skills.

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Dual Degree Programs

Combine professional training and intensive education in the politics, history, and culture of Latin America.

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Check Out Our Amazing Courses

Study identity, indigenous resistance, globalization, the U.S.-Mexico border and much more this fall.

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Check out general ed or LAS major courses coming this spring – including fully online options.

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Upcoming Events

Sep

Environmental Defenders in Central America and Southern Mexico: Public Panels with Activists

10 a.m. to Noon Friday

Sep

Discussion of "Who Killed Berta Cáceres?" with Berta Zúñiga and Nina Lakhani

1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Friday

Sep

Charlas con café Charlas con Café

1 p.m. to 2 p.m. Friday

Join us in our virtual Fall 2020 Charlas con Café series via Zoom, every Friday from 1-2 pm (MST).

This is a weekly space to hear lectures from a wide variety of experts and discuss topics relevant to the Latin American region. Visit our website to see this semester's full line up of LAS specialists, mark your calendars and prepare your coffee cup!

From September 18 to November 13, 2020 in Zoom: arizona.zoom.us/j/97671662300