Latin America and Caribbean Studies Major and Minor

Why major in Latin American and Caribbean Studies?

The Latin American and Caribbean Studies major equips students with a comprehensive understanding of this major world region. Combining regional expertise with foreign language experience and analytical and writing skills, LACS can serve students on a variety of career paths. Alums have gone on to have careers in non-profit organizations, political parties, consulting firms, media, and even to serve on the King County City Council.

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What Latin American and Caribbean Studies students do with their degrees

LACS provides a breadth of knowledge that serves alums in a diverse array of career paths. Below is a snapshot of the career paths of some of our recent graduates:

• California Democratic Party, director of organizing
• King County City Council, councilmember
• Seattle Children’s Hospital, senior communications specialist
• United Food and Commercial Workers International Union, Washington, D.C., general organizer
• Peace Corps
• NGO’s: National Indigenous Women’s Resource Center; International Refugee Assistance Project
• Higher Education: University of Minnesota, State University of New York, University of Washington, and other universities across the United States