Latin American Studies (LAMS)

LAMS 1000 (3) Introduction to Latin American and Latinx Studies

Focuses on the main topics of Latin American and Latinx Studies, exploring them through interdisciplinary approaches. Core course of the Latin American and Latinx Studies Certificate.

Additional Information: Arts Sci Gen Ed: Diversity-Global Perspective
Arts Sci Gen Ed: Distribution-Social Sciences

LAMS 3100 (3) Travel, Science and Adventure

Focuses on the expeditions of the most important scientific travelers in Ecuador during the 18th and 19th centuries: French mathematician Charles-Marie La Condamine, German naturalist Alexander von Humboldt and English naturalist Charles Darwin. In Ecuador, La Condamine proved the shape of the Earth, Humboldt designed the theory of ecosystems and their interconnections, and Darwin found evidence of evolution in the Galapagos. These travelers made important observations about Ecuador¿s nature, society, and history.

Grading Basis: Letter Grade

LAMS 3930 (3) Internship in Latin American and Latinx Studies

Provides an academically supervised opportunity for student to work in public and private organizations on projects related to Latin American and Latinx Studies. Students must relate their academic experience to their field work experience though a portfolio and a final paper. Department consent required.

Repeatable: Repeatable for up to 6.00 total credit hours.
Recommended: it is recommended for students to be enrolled in LALSC certificate, but it is not a requirement.

LAMS 4854 (1-3) Independent Study

Work with an approved faculty sponsor to explore a topic in greater depth. Instructor consent required.

Repeatable: Repeatable for up to 6.00 total credit hours.
Recommended: Prerequisite LAMS 1000 (minimum grade D-).