Undergraduate Programs

Why Study Latin America?

Through its inherently interdisciplinary training, our undergraduate program in Latin American studies provides a thorough grounding in the languages, history, geography, and some of the central cultural and socioeconomic issues at stake in the region.


Major in Latin American Studies

Students in the Latin American Studies program have the flexibility to design a course of study that aligns with their desired career path. Advanced language study is a part of our program. Majors will pursue third-year proficiency in a related language, and minors will pursue second-year proficiency in a related language.



Real-World Experience

Students in the Latin American Studies program can expand their skills through study abroad travels and other opportunities beyond the classroom.

Experiential Learning


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What You Can Do with a Latin American Studies Degree

A Latin American Studies major can prepare you to work in many fields. Learn about possible careers and hear alumni success stories.

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Advising and Academic Support

Schedule an appointment with an advisor and get your questions answered.

Departmental Advising and Support

Scholarships and Awards

Learn about ways to apply for funding through the College of Arts and Sciences.

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Women in Economics Club
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Women in Economics Club Oct 31 Allen Hall
Introduction to Three Minute Thesis (3MT)
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Introduction to Three Minute Thesis (3MT) Nov 1
Organic-Inorganic-Materials Chemistry Seminar: Synthetic Strategies toward Fluorosulfurylation of Organic Molecules and Lewis-Acid Catalyzed Sulfur-Fluoride Exchange
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Organic-Inorganic-Materials Chemistry Seminar: Synthetic Strategies toward Fluorosulfurylation of Organic Molecules and Lewis-Acid Catalyzed Sulfur-Fluoride Exchange Nov 1 Willamette Hall
HEDCO Institute Undergraduate Scholars Program Info Session
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HEDCO Institute Undergraduate Scholars Program Info Session Nov 4
Mastering the Art of a Humanities & Social Science 3MT Slide
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Mastering the Art of a Humanities & Social Science 3MT Slide Nov 4
Physical Chemistry Seminar: Photo-scissile Ruthenium Compounds for Tissue Engineering and Drug Delivery
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Physical Chemistry Seminar: Photo-scissile Ruthenium Compounds for Tissue Engineering and Drug Delivery Nov 4 Willie and Donald Tykeson Hall
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Department of History Coffee Hour
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Department of History Coffee Hour Nov 5 McKenzie Hall