The Latin American, Caribbean and Latino Studies
Program at New Jersey City University addresses the need, in our pluralistic society, to broaden one's knowledge about Latin America, the Caribbean and North Americans of Latin American and Caribbean ancestry. The program focuses on the complex geopolitical, economic, social and environmental realities of the developing countries and territories to the south of the United States, with specific emphasis on the Caribbean region. The Latin American, Caribbean and Latino Studies Program also addresses the phenomenon of widespread migration of Latin American and Caribbean peoples to the United States and examines:
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the impact of United States society on the lifestyles of the various Latin American and Caribbean groups residing in this country
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the contribution of these groups to its culture and society; and
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the development of strategies to promote the enhancement of Latin American and Caribbean cultural identities and life conditions within the framework of the cultural, social, economic and political spectrum of the United States.
Students with majors in most academic disciplines will be able to strengthen their area of study through the Minor in Latin American, Caribbean and Latino Studies. The Minor, which provides an area of specialization, may be completed, in part, along with a student's regular major requirements.
Requirements for the Minor:
15 credits in Latin American, Caribbean and Latino Studies and 6 additional credits from approved electives in other departments, for a total of 21 credits.
Email: mquintanales@njcu.edu
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Dr. Quintanales via e-mail or leave a short message with the Latin American, Caribbean and Latino Studies Office at : 201-200-2253. Department Office: K-505 (History Dept. Area)
Please view our Department Catalog, and Master Course List (displayed on the NJCU Academics page).
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Latin American Studies Association, an important association for individuals and institutions that are engaged in the study of Latin America. |
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