Latino Community Practice Minor

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(18 credits)

It is projected that Latinos will comprise 29% of the total population of the United States by the year 2050, making them the largest minority group in the country (Pew Research Center, 2008).

Multiculturalism and diversity are included among the core values of the University of Saint Joseph. In turn, USJ is committed to preparing professionals to meet the increasing demand for cultural and linguistically competent services by teaching our students about Latinos population across the diaspora including immigration, acculturation, and cultural preservation. Moreover, students will also develop projects that meet the needs of Latino communities.

The Latino Community Practice Minor increases Latino cultural knowledge and Spanish language proficiency. It is open to students in every major.

Prerequisite:

Intermediate-level Spanish proficiency

Requirements:

Spanish (6 credits):

Choose two from the following:

SPAN 154 - Spanish for Health Professionals 3 Credits
SPAN 204 - Latino Storytelling 3 Credits
Other Spanish elective at the 200-level or above

Latino Cultures and Diversity (6 credits):

Choose two from the following:

LCPR 310 - Latino Identities and Cultures 3 Credits
SOCW 206 - Latinas and Their Worlds 3 Credits
ENGL 240 - U.S. Hispanic Literature and Culture 3 Credits
FIAR 269 - Latin American Art 3 Credits

Remaining courses (6 credits):

Choose two additional courses from above lists or other approved courses.

Note:

Offered in Undergraduate Program for Women and the Program for Adult Learners.

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