The increasing economic, political, ecological, technological and demographic integration of the Americas, as well as the significant presence of Latinos in the United States, have created a critical demand for professionals who have a comprehensive understanding of Latin America and its historical relationship with the United States. As commercial integration and cultural dissemination intensify in the 21st Century, an appreciation of the social, cultural, political and economic realities of Latin America becomes essential.

Students who are fluent in Spanish, know the local traditions, and are sensitive to ways in which religion, race, ethnicity and literature have shaped Latin American culture will be extremely attractive to such groups as international corporations, service providers, multicultural schools, government agencies, and law firms. 

The Latin American Studies major prepares students for a global and transnational "America," by providing sophisticated, hands-on, innovative courses. With its emphasis on interdisciplinary and comparative studies and on gaining second-language proficiency, the Program enables students to understand the historical, cultural, economic, political and social conditions that have shaped contemporary Latin America.

We invite you to visit this web site and discover what the Latin American Studies Program has in store for you.

Check out our newest creation, our very own Newsletter: Divisadero

In you have further questions, please do not hesitate to contact the program director.

Julio Moreno
Department of History
Acting Chair Member for LAS
E-mail: moreno@usfca.edu

(415) 422-6082