The minor in Latina/o/x studies requires a minimum of 15 s.h., including 12 s.h. taken at the University of Iowa. Students must maintain a cumulative g.p.a. of at least 2.00 in all courses for the minor and in all UI courses for the minor. Coursework in the minor may not be taken pass/nonpass. A maximum of 6 s.h. of work for another University of Iowa major, minor, or certificate may be counted toward the minor.
To request approval of a course for the Latina/ox/ Studies minor which is not currently on the approved list, students can submit an online course petition.
The minor helps to prepare undergraduates for careers in medicine, public health, social work, business, education, and the arts, and to respond to the changing demographics of the United States.
Listed below are the general categories of coursework required to earn the degree; for more specific information on courses, curriculum, and requirements of the minor in Latina/o/x studies, visit the UI General Catalog.
| Title | Hours |
|---|---|
| Foundation course | 3 |
| Historical and Cultural Approaches courses | 6 |
| Comparative and Transnational Topics course | 3 |
One additional course from either:
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3 |
| Total Hours | 15 |
Available Courses by Semester
The availability of courses that satisfy requirements for the minor may change from semester to semester. In order to make it easier for interested students to find these courses, included below is a list of available courses by semester.
Fall 2022Foundation Course: Historical and Cultural Approaches courses: Comparative and Transnational Topics courses:
Spring 2022Foundation Course: Historical and Cultural Approaches courses: Comparative and Transnational Topics courses: |