Degree Requirements
LACS Concentration
Core Requirements
Students in the concentration are required to take (or demonstrate that they have taken the equivalent of) the following courses:
- Two modern language courses (or the equivalent), beyond the general education requirements in a language spoken in the Latin American and Caribbean area (Portuguese, Dutch, French, Spanish, or an indigenous language). The two courses may be the two first semesters in one of these languages, if the student has already fulfilled the GE requirement in a language that is not spoken in the area - 8 credits;
- LACS 101 - Introduction to Latin American Caribbean Studies (taught in English). It will count as an I, P or R GE course. 4 credits.
- Senior Research, one semester of senior research. Senior Research guidelines can be accessed here and are also located on myDenison - 4 credits.
Electives
Latin American and Caribbean Studies students will also take three elective courses from different departments. These courses are cross-listed by different programs. Examples of courses offered in the past:
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| History | |
| HIST 140 | Studies in Latin American History |
| HIST 141 | Colonial Latin America |
| HIST 142 | Modern Latin America |
| HIST 230 | Advanced Studies in African History |
| HIST 240 | Advanced Studies in Latin American History |
| HIST 243 | Sex and Sexuality in Latin America |
| HIST 244 | Race and Ethnicity in Latin America |
| HIST 365 | Comparative Slavery in the Americas |
| Fine Arts/Language and Culture | |
| AHVC 141 | Latin American Art and Visual Culture |
| AHVC 226 | Mexican Art Across Borders |
| ARTS 141 | Introduction to Sculpture |
| MUS 235 | Music of Latin America |
| SPAN 325 | Survey of Latin American Literature |
| SPAN 425 | Seminar in Latin American Literature |
| Society and Culture | |
| ANSO 218 | Sociology of International Development |
| ANSO 339 | Culture, Identity and Politics in Caribbean Society |
| SPAN 330 | Cultures of Spain |
| SPAN 435 | Seminar in Latin American Culture |
Additional Points of Interest
The same course cannot be used to fulfill more than one of the above requirements. Students are encouraged to consult with the Director of Latin American and Caribbean Studies in making their choices. Students are also encouraged to pursue study abroad programs in Latin America and the Caribbean.