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LALS 200Bridging Latin American and Latina/o Studies

5 creditsGraduateStudent Option

Provides historical and analytical foundations for the inter/transdisciplinary and transnational project of bridging the fields of Latin American and Latino studies (area and ethnic studies). Explores social, cultural, economic, and political changes connecting Latin America and U.S. Latina/o communities. Traces the intellectual genealogy of these efforts and how they contribute to each other. Introduces students to LALS' four substantive themes: (1) Transnationalisms, Migrations, and Displacement; (2) Intersectionality, Identities, and Inequalities; (3) Collective Action, Social Movements, and Social Change; and (4) Culture, Power, and Knowledge. Core requirement for students pursuing the Designated Emphasis in Latin American and Latino studies.

Prerequisites

Enrollment is restricted to graduate students.

  • This course is open to all graduate students and is required for anyone applying for a Designated Emphasis in LALS. Please contact lals-phd@ucsc.edu with any questions about applying to the DE and/or coursework requirements.

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When it runs

Fall 2026Open Fall 2026

SectionTypeWhenWhereInstructorSeats
01Seminar
Wed 1:00pm–4:00pm
Merrill Acad 134G. F. ArredondoOpen 6/15

Winter 2026Open Winter 2026

SectionTypeWhenWhereInstructorSeats
01Seminar
Wed 1:00pm–4:00pm
Merrill Acad 134G. F. ArredondoOpen 2/15

Who teaches it

InstructorRatingDifficultyWould take againReviews
Gabriela Arredondo4.0 / 52.9 / 5100%11

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