Why Latin American and Latina/o Studies?

Motivated to learn more about a vibrant, growing demographic? Interested in working with leading faculty from a number of academic disciplines? Want to complement your major with a meaningful minor? Fascinated by a region that’s significantly influencing United States’ culture and politics? Latin American and Latina/o Studies is for you.

A few more reasons:

Small class sizes
Individually tailored tutorial courses
Possible travel to various areas of Latin America and the Caribbean
Hands-on, service-oriented learning experiences

Careers

The following is a sampling of possible career paths for LALS minors.

Translator/interpreter
International business
Customs inspector
Journalist
Travel agent
Medical professional
ESL teacher
Immigration agent
Embassy personnel
Market researcher
Study abroad coordinator
Foreign Services employee

Skills

Here are some skills you can market with a minor in Latin American and Latina/o Studies.

Cultural awareness and sensitivity
Language competency
Effective research and presentation skills
Critical thinking and problem solving skills
Ability to work with diverse populations
Written and oral communication skills
Creativity and adaptability
Appreciation for cultural differences
Translation skills

Rev. David T. Orique, O.P., Ph.D.

Latin American and Latina/o Studies Program Director, Professor of History
Ruane Center for the Humanities 113
401.865.2647
dorique@providence.edu