The LACS program embodies an interdisciplinary approach to the history, politics, cultures and societies of Latin America, the Caribbean and the LatinX communities that are part of the United States.

Courses and requirements

Beyond the classroom

In addition to enjoying small classes with professors who care about students’ success and finding opportunities for experiential learning locally, students can round out their academic experience with study away. We offer a full term in Cordoba, Argentina (with Union faculty and students), a full term in São Paulo, Brazil (in conjunction with Hobart and William Smith Colleges), and mini-term experiences in Buenos Aires and Patagonia, Argentina and the U.S.-Mexico border, among other opportunities.

LACS majors get involved in a number of campus groups, including CaribSA (Caribbean Student Association) LASO (Latin American Student Organization), the Spanish Club and the Spanish Language Table, and World Around U (International Students Association). The College regularly presents lectures, films, exhibits and visits by Latin American and LatinX writers, artists and scholars.

Of special note for those with an interest in LACS and graduate school is Union's 5-year partnership M.A. degree program with Georgetown University’s CLAS. This agreement enables qualified undergraduate students majoring in Latin American and Caribbean Studies to receive a master’s degree from Georgetown’s Latin American and Caribbean Studies program in one academic year and a summer, rather than in the typical three or four semesters of master’s coursework.

After Union