We offer small, intimate classes where students can critically explore various facets of Latina/o social, political, and cultural life. LLS faculty—trained in diverse disciplines such as anthropology, sociology, history, media studies, literature, performance studies, public health, and ethnic studies—are excellent teachers and scholars, deeply committed to working with students. Our goal is to provide students with the skills and knowledge they need to be active and conscientious participants in a global world.
Undergraduate students also have the option to pursue a minor in Latina/Latino studies.
Students must complete 34 hours of required and elective courses (28 hours of core and thematic courses and 6 hours of electives, with at least 12 hours being at the 300-400 level). Also, students must complete an additional 18 hours of supporting coursework (which may be a campus-approved minor)
Eighteen hours of supporting coursework must be chosen in consultation with an advisor; may be a campus-approved minor.
18 hours Supporting Coursework (may be a campus-approved minor)
52 HOURS TOTAL
Note: Twelve hours of advanced (300- and 400-level) courses must be taken on this campus.
To be eligible for departmental distinction, a student must achieve at least a 3.25 cumulative grade point average, a minimum 3.5 GPA in the major, and complete a senior honors thesis. Students graduating with at least a 3.5 GPA in the major will be awarded Distinction; those with at least a 3.7 GPA in the major will be given High Distinction.
Our graduates are innovators and leaders in a wide range of fields, such as applied health, law, journalism, social work, English, education, activism, arts education, government, and business. Many of our students also go on to pursue advanced degrees. We offer opportunities throughout the year for current students to connect and learn from former students. These experiences are helpful to students planning their career paths.
1207 W. Oregon Street
MC-136
Urbana, IL 61801
Phone: (217) 265-0370 | Fax: (217) 244-4526
Email: lls-studies@illinois.edu