Oct 24, 2026  
2025-2026 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2025-2026 Undergraduate Catalog

HIST 232 - Introduction to Latin American History and Culture


When Offered: F, S, SS

3 Credit(s)
3 Lecture Hour(s)
0 Lab Hour(s)

This course introduces students to Latin America’s major historical periods and prevailing cultural characteristics from Per-Columbian times to the present. Students in the course will develop a basic understanding of historical and cultural trends that will enhance their ability to interact with people from Latin America.