Latin American Studies

Latin American Studies is an elective that provides students the opportunity to learn the various origins, histories, and current social issues of the Latin American people. Students will learn about Latin American cultures, their political and economic structures, and their impact on the globalized world through a variety of lenses. Though analysis of historical and current issues, students will gain a deeper understanding of Latin America and explore the ways in which the region’s history influences interactions and patterns across the globe.

The course is an elective and does not fulfill a World History or VA/US History graduation requirement.