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Why LALC?

Majoring in Latin American, Latinx and Caribbean Studies

Become an expert on Latin America, the Caribbean, or Latinx issues!

Strategic advantages of choosing to study LALC at Dickinson College:

  • Interdisciplinary approach that allows students to combine diverse interests in the region
  • Application of a variety of methods of inquiry
  • Develop critical thinking and intercultural communication skills 
  • Compare and contrast regional and cultural differences
  • Become proficient in French, Portuguese, and/or Spanish with language study and study abroad experience
  • Engage with Latinx communities in the U.S

LALC majors and certificate alumni have found work in the following areas:

  • Organization of American States
  • Google
  • National Endowment for Democracy
  • Inter-American Dialogue
  • Congressional Hispanic Caucus
  • USAID
  • Casa de Maryland
  • NGOs:
    • Polaris
    • EcoViva

LALC majors and certificate alumni have pursued graduate studies in the U.S.A and abroad:

  • Anthropology
  • Education
  • Latin American Studies
  • Political Science
  • Sociology
  • Spanish American Literature

LALC majors and certificate alumni have also been sucessful in finding opportunities abroad:

  • ETA Fulbrights (Brazil, Colombia, Spain)
  • Volunteer opportunities and jobs:
    • Peace Corps
    • Teaching English
  • Work for non-profit organizations

What our students say:

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