Latin American Studies
The Latin American Studies Minor at Kean University is an 18-credit interdisciplinary program that can be taken in conjunction with any major. This program offers students an exciting opportunity to broaden their studies by exploring the political and social history, economic development, arts, and cultural diversity of Latin America.
Graduates with a Latin American Studies background are well prepared for graduate school and professional careers, as they develop bilingual language skills, critical and analytical thinking, and a globally oriented perspectives on political and social issues.
NOTE: New version coming Fall 2026 (15-credits).
- 18 credits total
- 9 required
- 9 electives
Affiliated Faculty
Adding Latin American Studies to your academic portfolio will show potential collaborators your abilities to cross Cultures, Languages. and Perspectives--all skills in high demand."
My Latin American Studies minor at Kean provided me with a deep cultural foundation that goes far beyond language and geography, allowing me to bring a rich, authentic perspective to my students every day. I’m currently teaching Middle School Spanish, and I find myself using the insights from my LAS minor every single day. It gave me the tools to teach my students that Spanish is so much more than just grammar and maps; it's a doorway into a beautiful, complex culture."
