Academic College: New College of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences, School of Humanities, Arts and Cultural Studies. This Bachelor of Arts (BA) program offers a learner-driven model focusing on the study of Latin American cultures, histories, politics, and linguistic expressions. It is interdisciplinary, providing flexibility in course selection while instilling a breadth and depth of knowledge about issues surrounding Latin America. The program encourages cross-cultural exploration, preparing students for a global-minded career path. Students explore the historical, political, and cultural underpinnings of Latino communities in the U.S. and the western hemisphere, gaining a deeper understanding of the unique family, business, and political components of this significant population. The curriculum takes a robust, transdisciplinary approach to the literature, film, history, politics, and culture of both Latin America and Latinas and Latinos living in the United States. Key courses include Introduction to American Studies, Introduction to Social and Cultural Analysis, and Social and Cultural Analysis: Method and Theory. The program culminates in a capstone project.

Graduates are prepared for careers in public service, education, business, humanitarian work, law, or healthcare. Due to the program's emphasis on culture and identity, graduates develop respect for and sensitivity to diverse populations, enabling them to flourish in areas as varied as: Archiving, Communications, Cultural and Arts Organizations, Government, Journalism, Language Teaching, Law, Media, Non-profit sector, Public Relations, Research, Social Work. This degree also serves as excellent preparation for graduate studies.

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