The major in LALS consist of credits completed in language and historical/cultural studies, as well as elective credits that can be taken throughout our curriculum. Students are strongly encouraged to take elective courses in study abroad programs in Latin America and to complete research among Latino communities.
Requirements
The major in Latin American and Latino Studies requires a minimum of 10 courses (or 30 credit hours) and no less than 4 upper level courses. Students are required to possess intermediate language proficiency in Spanish.
In addition to regular Lehigh offerings, students may receive credit for appropriate courses at other LVAIC institutions, study abroad programs in Latin America, and various Lehigh-faculty-led programs. Students are encouraged to take advantage of extracurricular activities sponsored by the Latin American and Latino Studies Program, which include guest speakers and exhibits.
Explore specific requirements and courses on the Course Catalog
A. Required Core Course (4 credits)
- LAS/GS/HIST 049 The True Road to El Dorado: Colonial Latin America (4)
- LAS/GS/HIST 050 Heroes, Dictators, and Revolutionaries: Latin America since Independence (4)
- LAS/ENGL 105 Intro to Latino/a Literature and Culture (4)
- LAS/SPAN 152The Cultural Evolution of Latin America (4)
B. Language Requirement (4 credits)
- SPAN 012 Intermediate Spanish II (4)
C. Humanities Requirement* (8 credits)
- Two classes from the list of electives that carry a HU distribution
D. Social Sciences Requirement* (8 credits)
Two classes from the list of electives that carry a SS distribution.
E. Additional Electives* (16 credits)
- Elective courses (16 credits)
- Additional electives may be chosen in consultation with the Program Director.
Total Credits 40
*No less than three courses in Latino Studies and only two upper-level courses may be taken in Spanish