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Latin American Studies Director: Brian Gollnick (Spanish and Portuguese)
Undergraduate nondegree programs: Certificate, Minor in Latin American Studies
Web site: http://intl-programs.uiowa.edu/academic/lasp/index.shtml The Latin American Studies Program (LASP) is interdisciplinary, focusing on the history, politics, social organization, economy, geography, music, religion, art, and literature of Central and South America, Mexico, and the Caribbean. Faculty members from across the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences participate in the Latin American Studies Program as affiliated faculty members. Other University of Iowa faculty members occasionally offer courses and participate in the program's research, study, and interdisciplinary activities. The Latin American Studies Program prepares students for graduate study or for Latin America-related careers in business, communications, government, bilingual/bicultural education, secondary teaching, community organizing, and international work. In addition to its instructional activity, LASP sponsors a wide variety of activities, brings scholars of Latin America to campus, and fosters institutional linkages. Undergraduate Programs The program offers the Certificate in Latin American Studies and a minor in Latin American studies. The certificate or minor may be earned in conjunction with a major in international studies, or it may be combined with study in a number of other programs, including majors in anthropology, history, political science, and Spanish and Portuguese; minors in any of these disciplines; or the Certificate in International Business. All students plan their programs in close cooperation with Latin American studies advisors. Certificate The Certificate in Latin American Studies requires a minimum of 24 s.h. in courses chosen from the list of LASP-approved courses (see "Approved LASP Courses"). Students must maintain a g.p.a. of at least 2.00 in the certificate. Courses must include the following.
| 130:070 Introduction to Latin American Studies |
3 s.h. |
| 130:176 Latin American Studies Seminar |
3 s.h. |
| At least 6 s.h. in each of two or more of the |
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| following departments: anthropology, history, |
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| political science, Spanish and Portuguese |
12 s.h. |
| Four semesters (or equivalent) of Spanish or |
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| Portuguese language course work |
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LASP-approved courses that apply toward the student's major also may be applied toward the LASP certificate. Courses applied toward the LASP certificate may be used to complete the General Education Program or the requirements for a major or a minor. The certificate is awarded only upon completion of a bachelor's degree. Holders of Iowa bachelor's degrees may return to complete the requirements for a certificate. A student may not be awarded both a minor and a certificate in Latin American studies. Minor The minor in Latin American studies requires a minimum of 15 s.h. in courses selected from the list of LASP-approved courses including 12 s.h. earned in advanced courses (100-level or above) at The University of Iowa. Students must maintain a g.p.a. of at least 2.00 in the minor. Because the Latin American studies minor is interdisciplinary, students majoring in anthropology, history, political science, or Spanish and Portuguese may not count more than 6 s.h. from courses in their major department toward the minor. Students are strongly encouraged to take either or both of the following.
| 130:070 Introduction to Latin American Studies |
3 s.h. |
| 130:176 Latin American Studies Seminar |
3 s.h. |
Study Abroad It is highly recommended, though not required, that students have an in-depth Latin American cultural experience, usually through study abroad, before completing their undergraduate requirements. In cooperation with the Office for Study Abroad, LASP faculty members facilitate student participation in programs in many different Latin American countries. Programs range from intensive language study to group programs with a special focus. University of Iowa-sponsored study abroad programs include summer programs with Universidad de Guanajuato in Mexico, Universidad de los Andes in Venezuela, and a health and nutrition program in Pontificia Universidad Católica Madre y Maestra in the Dominican Republic. University of Iowa students may enroll in programs in Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Cuba, the Dominican Republic, Honduras, Mexico, and Uruguay. The University of Iowa cosponsors these programs through various consortiums. Study abroad courses may be counted toward requirements for the certificate and the minor, subject to prior approval by the LASP director. Course Work In addition to the courses listed below, courses concerned in part with Latin America sometimes may be used as electives to satisfy the requirements for the certificate or the minor. Consult the LASP director. LATIN AMERICAN STUDIES
| 130:070 Introduction to Latin American Studies (required for certificate students, recommended for minors) |
3 s.h. |
| 130:176 Latin American Studies Seminar (required for |
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| certificate students, recommended for minors) |
3 s.h. |
Approved LASP Courses ANTHROPOLOGY
| 113:131 Latin American Economy and Society |
3 s.h. |
| 113:151 Women and World Religions |
3 s.h. |
| 113:163 Archaeology of Mesoamerica |
3 s.h. |
| 113:166 The Aztecs, Their Predecessors, and Their Contemporaries |
3 s.h. |
ART
| 01H:105 Art of Pre-Columbian America |
3 s.h. |
COMMUNICATION STUDIES
| 036:152 Latin American Media |
3 s.h. |
HISTORY
| 16W:110 Topics in Latin American History |
3 s.h. |
| 16W:111 Colonial Latin America |
3 s.h. |
| 16W:112 Introduction to Modern Latin America |
3 s.h. |
| 16W:114 Latin America and the U.S.: The Historical Perspective |
3 s.h. |
| 16W:115 Latin American Revolution |
3 s.h. |
MUSIC
| 025:104 Music of Latin America and the Caribbean |
3 s.h. |
POLITICAL SCIENCE
| 030:144 Latin American Government |
3 s.h. |
| 030:145 Latin American Political Parties |
3 s.h. |
PORTUGUESE
| 038:105 Brazilian Literature I |
3 s.h. |
| 038:106 Brazilian Literature II |
3 s.h. |
| 038:112 Topics in Luso-Brazilian Literature (when topic is Latin American) |
3 s.h. |
| 038:120 Topics in Luso-Brazilian Culture (when topic is Latin American) |
3 s.h. |
SPANISH
| 035:111 Readings in Spanish American Literature and Culture |
3 s.h. |
| 035:113 Screening Latin America |
3 s.h. |
| 035:130 Spanish American Civilization |
3 s.h. |
| 035:131 Contemporary Spanish American Fiction |
3 s.h. |
| 035:132 Spanish American Poetry |
3 s.h. |
| 035:134 Spanish American Short Story |
3 s.h. |
| 035:136 Culture and Language in the Andes |
3 s.h. |
| 035:139 Spanish American Love Poetry |
3 s.h. |
| 035:145 Latin America Cinema |
3 s.h. |
| 035:149 Colonial Spanish American Culture |
3 s.h. |
| 035:173 Colonial Spanish American Literature |
3 s.h. |
| 035:175 Cultural Identity in Caribbean Literature |
3 s.h. |
| 035:187 Spanish Word Formation |
3 s.h. |
OTHER
| 008:098 Honors Proseminar (when topic is Latin American) |
4 s.h. |
| 16W:051 Colloquium for History Majors (when topic is Latin American) |
3 s.h. |
| 035:020 Contemporary Spanish American Narrative (counts toward minor but not certificate) |
3 s.h. |
| 035:148 Topics in Cinema, Literature, and Society (when topic is Latin American) |
3 s.h. |
| 035:185 Topics in Hispanic Linguistics (when topic is Latin American) |
3 s.h. |
| 035:192 Topics in Film Studies (when topic is Latin American) |
3 s.h. |
| 035:195 Senior Seminar (when topic is Latin American) |
3 s.h. |
| 036:042 Intercultural Communication (final paper must focus on Latin America) |
3 s.h. |
| 038:020 Contemporary Brazilian Narrative (counts toward minor but not certificate) |
3 s.h. |
| 113:109 Literature and Anthropology (when topic is Latin American) |
3 s.h. |
Financial Aid Students are encouraged to apply for a Stanley Undergraduate Scholarship for International Research/Fieldwork through University of Iowa International Programs. The scholarships are awarded to outstanding University of Iowa undergraduates who, in close consultation with a faculty member, propose well-conceived, small-scale research or fieldwork projects that require travel abroad. Students may conduct projects while participating in a study abroad program and may combine the scholarship with other awards and financial assistance. For information regarding other scholarships, contact LASP advisors, International Programs staff, and the LASP director. Visitors, Activities In addition to its instructional activity, LASP organizes a range of public programming activities each semester, including film series, photography and art exhibits, conferences, roundtable discussions, and lectures. Recent events have included an international conference on contemporary Cuba and speakers on cinema, indigenous movements, human rights, and art.
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