GUIDING PRINCIPLES
The Latin American Studies program has been designed to respond to national and international demands for global citizens who are aware of cultural differences, know how to respond to the challenges of more diverse populations, and who value, respect, and learn from diverse cultures, show competency in different languages and demonstrate openness, inclusiveness, cultural competence, and ability to interact with different groups of people.
The mission of the Latin American Studies program is to provide Villanova students with an innovative interdisciplinary curriculum that will allow them to explore and study in depth Latin American and Caribbean societies through innovative courses across social sciences and humanities disciplines.
Graduates in Latin American Studies will be able to:
- Identify some of the main cultural, political, historical, and social, and racial complexities of Latin American societies.
- Compare perspectives, methodologies, and theories from multiple disciplines to understand the diversity of Latin America.
- Develop "global learning" skills by studying abroad and participating in community engaged internships.
- Communicate effectively and conduct basic research in Spanish.
As an Augustinian Catholic university, we at Villanova believe that diversity of all kinds is at the heart of teaching and learning experiences. Whether student, staff, or faculty member, we know that to grow is to broaden perspectives and develop new insights on the world.
The faculty of the Latin American Studies (LAS) program are committed to promoting UNITAS: Inclusive Education in support of the mission of both the University and the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. As faculty members of LAS, we foster an inclusive, respectful, and intellectually stimulating academic environment that embraces our individual differences.
In the Latin American Studies program, we are committed to:
- Supporting UNITAS: Inclusive Education through the study and our teaching of the works and intellectual contributions produced by underrepresented groups.
- Fostering a safe and respectful learning environment and preparing students to be culturally aware.
- Building networks with local organizations to work together in pursuit of UNITAS: Inclusive Education.
- Teaching courses that promote social justice in support of our Catholic and Augustinian mission and Catholic Social Teaching.
Additional information can be found at:
College of Liberal Arts and Sciences UNITAS: Inclusive Education
COLLEGE GUIDING PRINCIPLES
COLLEGE MISSION
UNITAS: INCLUSIVE EDUCATION
SUSTAINABLITY