SUNY Cortland’s Latin American studies minor is interdisciplinary. It is designed to complement many academic majors. Students choosing the minor will study the history and cultural production of Latinos and Latin Americans from the perspective of several disciplines.
Latino and Latin American Studies Minor [LLAS]
Gigi Peterson, coordinator
Old Main, Room 210-B
607-753-2051
Center for Gender and Intercultural Studies (CGIS)
Susan Stout, secretary
Old Main, Room 122
607-753-5784
Fax: 607-753-5694
School
Arts and Sciences
Minor Offered
Latino and Latin American Studies
Description
Latino and Latin American Studies (LLAS) is an interdisciplinary academic program that focuses on the Latin American culture region, including Latinos in the United States. LLAS draws on the social sciences and humanities to promote greater understanding and appreciation of Latino and Latin American cultures, histories, social issues, experiences and landscapes. Toward this goal, LLAS offers an interdisciplinary minor, organizes educational events and collaborates with other campus and community organizations.
Administration of this program and advisement of its students is provided by the Latino and Latin American Studies Committee, a subcommittee of the Center for Gender and Intercultural Studies.
Special Features
- Internships
- Foreign study opportunities
Career Potential
- Governmental agencies
- Non-governmental organizations (NGOs)
- International communications
- Education
- Social services
- Business — domestic and international
- Tourism
