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Contemporary Latin America is the product of a long and turbulent history of conquest, resistance, and cultural mixing. The result is a rich and unique amalgam of African, indigenous, and European cultures. In this era of globalization, understanding the complex societies of Latin America has never been more crucial than it is today.
Latin American Studies is a unique interdisciplinary program that provides Mason students an opportunity to deepen their knowledge of this fascinating and important region of the world. Students may pursue a minor in Latin American Studies.
As a first-generation college student with immigrant parents from El Salvador, navigating academia has been a challenge. It wasn't always easy, but it's been a rewarding and eye-opening journey. Now in my final year as an Anthropology major with a minor in Latin American Studies, I had the incredible opportunity to intern at the Co-Creative History Space.
Professor Lisa Gilman in the Department of English and Associate Professor Jennifer Ashley from the Global Affairs Program have received U.S. Fulbright Scholar Awards for the 2026-27 academic year.
Roger Lancaster Discusses His Book "Life Is Hard," Its legacy, And The Publication Of Its First Translation
This year marks the 30th anniversary of Roger Lancaster's landmark ethnographic work, Life Is Hard. It's being translated for the first time by the Argentinian publisher Prometeo.