Latin American Studies
Latin American Studies is an interdisciplinary major that covers the important region of Mexico, Central and South America, and the Caribbean. The program promotes intercultural understanding, and offers students an opportunity to acquire a comprehensive knowledge of Latin America in its many aspects and from many different points of view. Participating faculty specialize in political economy, border studies, anthropological approaches, exile studies, as well as Latin American history, literature and film. Coursework in the program offers students a solid foundation in the history, politics, economics, culture, and literature of Latin America and the Caribbean.
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John Tuman
Chair, Latin American Studies Committee
Associate Professor, Political Science
Mail Code: 5029
Phone: 702-895-3754
Email: john.tuman@unlv.edu
