Mexican American Studies at NLC

What is Mexican American Studies

Mexican American Studies at NLC engages students in the study of the history, literature, politics, and art of Mexican American communities in the southwestern United States. It promotes the academic exploration of the Mexican-American experience, instills cultural literacy, and prepares students for global citizenship.

Mexican-American studies at NLC is a group of courses that can be transferred to local universities to complete a Bachelor's Degree.

What will I learn?

Students will focus on understanding diverse cultural views, developing intellectual curiosity, and expanding cultural awareness.

What courses will I take in Mexican American Studies?

Fall Courses	Spring Courses
HIST 2327 – Mexican-American History I	HIST 2328 – Mexican-American History II
HUMA 1311 – Mexican-American Fine Arts	HUMA 1305 – Intro to Mexican-American Studies
SPAN 1412 – Elementary Spanish II	GOVT 2311 – Mexican-American Politics
SPAN 2311- Intermediate Spanish I	ENGL 2351 – Mexican-American Literature
	SPAN 1412 – Elementary Spanish II
	SPAN 2311- Intermediate Spanish I

What can I do with the Mexican American Focus?

Mexican-American studies at NLC is a group of courses that can be transferred to local universities to complete a Bachelor's Degree.

*New Transfer Advising Guide Pending*

Marketable Skills

MAS coursework paves the way for cultural competency, and analytical, and communications skills needed to obtain social and economic opportunities.
Students gain strong written and oral communication skills, critical thinking and analysis, knowledge about human behavior and institutions, the ability to work effectively with diverse populations, the capacity to analyze the racial impacts of law and public policy, as well as excellent research skills, team-building and group-centered leadership skills.