What Can I Do with a Latin American and Latinx Studies Minor?
Over the years, many Saint Joseph’s students have taken advantage of the opportunity to know and care deeply about the Latin American region, and to enjoy careers in which they share that expertise and concern with others. Graduates from this program have gone into distinguished careers in:
- International organizations
- Diplomatic or government service
- Higher education
- Non-profit
- All facets of business and the private sector
How Will Saint Joseph's Latin American and Latinx Studies Program Prepare Me for a Career?
You will be encouraged to participate in study abroad or a study tour to Latin America to experience the culture first-hand. The Latin American and Latinx Studies program is happy to offer financial support to students whose interests and passions lead them to study in the Latin American region. Over the years, students have participated in curricular and co-curricular programs in countries including Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Cuba, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, El Salvador, Mexico and Uruguay, among others.
Latin American and Latinx Studies’ award-winning faculty are highly regarded for the quality of their teaching and research. They embrace the Ignatian and Jesuit tradition of whole-person education which manifests in strong mentoring inside and outside the classroom. Their research, experience and mentoring skills will provide you with the tools necessary to pursue a successful career in Latin American and Latinx studies as well as a wide range of other avenues.