LATIN AMERICAN
STUDIES | NYC
to help students grasp the complex,
multi-dimensional aspects of Latin
culture, economic and social reality
than that offered by the conventional
“classroom within four walls.”
FLEXIBLE CURRICULUM
Welcome to the Latin American Studies program on Pace University’s New York
City campus. We offer a Bachelor of Arts degree in Latin American Studies
and a minor.
The Latin American Studies major is a multi-disciplinary program which incorporates
courses in History, Economics, Modern Languages, Art, Anthropology and
Environmental Studies. Through challenging courses, hands-on learning and
cultural events, our diverse program prepares you for a career in a wide range
of exciting fields or for graduate study.
The purpose of this program is the development of versatile bilingual professionals
and area specialists who are equipped to meet the challenges of a complex
global economy. This 36-credit major includes a selection of courses from various
subject areas, including Language Proficiency, History, Literature, Culture,
Economy, and Society.
CO-CURRICULAR
The Institute of Latin American Service
and Studies offers students the
opportunity to combine travel and
community service with traditional
classroom experience. The Institute
was founded in 1994 by Dr. Daniel
Greenberg. A member of the History
Department, he is a specialist on Brazil,
Peru, Argentina, and Venezuela. Dr.
Greenberg had a vision of educational
innovation: connecting students with
Latin America through challenging
coursework and direct experience. He
believed that there was a better way
The program is built on a foundation
of cross-disciplinary learning
communities focused on themes
of culture, society, cinema,
economic development and
politics. The result is a major
strong in required courses yet
flexible enough to offer students
many choices in each theme
area. Innovative aspects include
interdisciplinary teaching, travel/
culture courses, internships, and
civic engagement. The program has
a unique network of partnerships
with consulates, museums, and
businesses that provide enriching
opportunities, such as field trips
and guest lectures. The program
allows students to use New
York’s status as a center of Latin
culture, business, and economy
to career-building advantage.
Students may double major in
select programs, an option that
permits sharing of 21 credits,
thereby making degree completion
possible in a relatively short period.
Students who elect this option will
find favor with prestigious employers
and graduate schools.
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