Latin American and Caribbean Studies

The University of Washington’s Latin American and Caribbean Studies program is built around several region-specific themes and principles. These include the creative arts, borderlands, health and human rights, indigeneity, race and ethnicity.

Feature LACS Courses

  • JSIS A 325 Modern Mexico: Culture, Politics And Society SSc 5

    Provides an historical survey of Mexican politics, culture, and society. Explores debates about the role of violence and foreign intervention in Mexico's political development. Topics include revolution, U.S.-Mexico relations, race and gender politics, student movements, cultural production, neoliberalism, and the war on drugs.