The interdisciplinary Latin American Studies curriculum contains courses concerning
Latin America in modern languages and literature, anthropology, history and economics,
and other subjects. These courses broaden students’ undergraduate education, increasing
and enhancing employment opportunities. North Americans and Latin Americans share
a hemisphere and should have a good understanding of each other, yet the United
States has often ignored Latin America or has had misconceptions about it.
The Latin American Studies curriculum combines training in various disciplines,
encouraging students to begin to comprehend this very different and important
part of the world. Faculty member involved with this curriculum have spent substantial
time in Latin America and/or have conducted considerable research in topics related
to the various countries, cultures and environments.
Language Competence. Students must demonstrate proficiency in Spanish at the intermediate level.
Proficiency may be demonstrated either by examination or by completing SPA 203/204
with a grade of at least “B.” To be admitted to the program, students must complete
SPA 101/102. Course work in Intermediate Spanish will be credited toward the curriculum.
For complete information about Latin American Studies, visit the coordinator
at 216 Little Hall, phone (207) 581-2088 or contact Prof. Kathleen March at kathleen_march@umit.maine.edu.
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