Explore the Americas through a Latinx-centered lens and turn your curiosity into meaningful, real-world impact.
In the Center for Latin American and Caribbean Studies, you’ll join a vibrant academic community that connects classroom learning with research, travel, and community engagement across Latin America, the Caribbean, and the U.S.
Students can pursue the Latin American, Caribbean, and U.S. Latinx Studies major, or complement any degree with a Latin American and Caribbean Studies certificate or a Latinx Studies certificate. Along the way, you’ll gain access to faculty mentorship, research and travel funding, and opportunities to engage with communities both locally and across the region—building the knowledge and experience to move confidently across cultures, borders, and careers.
Prospective Undergraduate Students (not yet enrolled at 51ÁÔÆæ)
Prospective students, contact our admissions counselor at let-sci@uwm.eduÌý´Ç°ùÌý414-229-7711.
Current Undergraduate Students
General questions such as how to declare, how to change a major, general education requirements, etc. should be directed to the college advising office at ls-advising@uwm.eduÌý´Ç°ùÌý414-229-4654.
Specific questions about the Center for Latin American & Caribbean Studies programs, such as research opportunities, internship opportunities, major requirements, etc., should be directed to Monica VanBladel.
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