CGS Latin American, Caribbean and Latina/o/x Studies

Program Overview

The Certificate of Graduate Study in Latin American, Caribbean, and Latina/o/x Studies at the University at Albany is a 15-credit program that provides analytical tools and frameworks for understanding current and historical developments in Latin America and the surrounding regions. The trans-disciplinary program integrates concepts and methodologies from various fields, including social sciences, humanities, and business. Graduates are equipped for teaching, scholarship, and service roles focused on Latin American countries, Caribbean nations, and US Latino communities.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

• This 15-credit graduate certificate in Latin American, Caribbean, and Latina/o/x Studies (LACS) provides analytical tools and frameworks to understand current and historical developments in Latin America and the surrounding regions.
• The certificate offers a trans-disciplinary program that integrates concepts and methodologies from various fields like social sciences, humanities, businesses, criminal justice, education, law, and others.
• The program aims to equip graduates for teaching, scholarship, and service roles focused on Latin American countries, Caribbean nations, and US Latino communities.

Outline & Courses:

• The LACS program focuses on critical analysis and critical thinking on topics concerning the region, like language studies, migration experiences, race and social relations, gender inequality, and the social effects of violence and rapid urbanization.
• Students in the program participate in a rigorous coursework and engage in vibrant intellectual discussions through seminars, conferences, and lectures facilitated by renowned scholars and guest speakers from diverse backgrounds.

Modules:

The courses required for the program include:

Theoretical Approaches to:

• Latin American Studies I & II
• Caribbean Studies Seminar

Other:

• The LACS program is a trans-disciplinary initiative that distinguishes UAlbany from comparable programs by transcending traditional disciplinary boundaries.
Students are encouraged in-depth exploration by critically analyzing topics through diverse perspectives instead of remaining confined within individual disciplines.
• The LACS program holds events throughout the academic program like workshops, conferences, and guest seminars from leading experts and scholars.
• Assessment methods
• Specific course schedules and timings