Latin American and Latino Studies

32 Merrill Academic Building

(831) 459-4284

Programs Offered

Latin American and Latino Studies B.A.

Latin American and Latino Studies/Politics Combined Major

Latin American and Latino Studies/Sociology Combined Major

Latin American and Latino Studies Minor

Latin American and Latino Studies Ph.D.

Latin American and Latino Studies Designated Emphasis

LALS is the combination of Latin American studies and Latina/o/x studies. LALS is grounded on the understanding that U.S. Latina/o/x, Chicana/o/x and Latin American peoples, subjects, histories and processes are interrelated. It is an area of study that draws from disciplines and fields. Our disciplines include sociology, history, anthropology, political science, economics, environmental studies, and literature. Our fields include ethnic studies, migration studies, environmental studies, media studies, communications, cultural studies, feminist studies, and health studies. Our focus is across the Américas, and our mission is driven by a deep commitment to activist scholarship, engaged teaching, and social justice.