Study with 1,500 Mexican students at the Universidad Latina de América (UNLA), a small, liberal arts school situated on the outskirts of Morelia. During the academic year courses focus on Spanish language, Mexican culture, history, and migration. In addition, two summer programs are offered:
Summer Program for Educators
Summer Language and Culture Program
Each term during the academic year a U.S. visiting faculty member teaches one specialty course.
All courses, with the exception of Spanish language, are taught in English.
FALL QUARTER 2006 COURSE LISTING
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Spanish Language
Socio-psychology of Mexicans
Social, Political and Economic Transformations of Mexico
Contemporary Mexican Migrations
WINTER QUARTER 2007 COURSE LISTING
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Spanish Language
Socio-psychology of Mexicans
Social, Political and Economic Transformations of Mexico
Mexican Women and Migration
SPRING QUARTER 2007 COURSE LISTING
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Spanish Language
Socio-psychology of Mexicans
Social, Political and Economic Transformations of Mexico
Mexico to U.S. Migration: Impact of Migration on Child Nutrition, Health, and Development
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
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Spanish Language (100 contact hours)
Beginning, intermediate, intermediate advanced, and advanced levels
Transition into life in Morelia and gain better access to Mexican culture through practical language and conversation skill development. Spanish language courses are offered at elementary through advanced levels.
Socio-psychology of Mexicans (50 contact hours)
This course examines the processes involved in the formation of the Mexican identity and personality. It addresses the socio-cultural patterns and historical evolution associated with these developments. Through historical, social, and psychological perspectives, students will be able to understand these patterns.
Social, Political and Economic Transformations of Mexico (50 contact hours)
This course examines major causes and effects of social, political, and economic issues facing contemporary Mexico. Students are introduced to the study and analysis of themes such as democratic transition, economic liberalization, movements of resistance in liberalization, migration, and Mexico-U.S. relations. In the context of globalization, these themes mark Mexico's transition into the twenty-first century.
FALL QUARTER U.S. VISITING FACULTY MEMBER COURSE
Instructor: Michael Aguilera, Professor of Sociology, University of Oregon
Contemporary Mexican Migrations (60 contact hours)
Mexicans currently constitute the larges ethnic group migrating to the United States. Explore studies of Mexican migration, which have concentrated on three important questions: Why do Mexicans come to the United States? How do they come to the United States? What determines their success once in the United States?
WINTER QUARTER U.S. VISITING FACULTY MEMBER COURSE
Instructor: Mary King, Professor of Economics, Portland State University
Mexican Women and Migration (60 contact hours)
Mexican migration to the U.S. powerfully affects the cultures and economies of both countries. Explore the impact of migration on Mexican women's work, household roles, education, and status in both a changing Mexico and the United States. Participate in a study on the impact of migration of Mexican women in and around Morelia.
SPRING QUARTER U.S. VISITING FACULTY MEMBER COURSE
Instructor: Richard May, Professor of Biology, Southern Oregon University
Mexico to U.S. Migration: Impact of Migration on Child Nutrition, Health, and Development
(60 contact hours)
Examine the impact international migration has on all aspects of child development. Explore readings from fields such as anthropology, biology, nutrition, and psychology to understand the effects of complex changes at the individual, family, and community level on children in both sending and host communities.
NEW COURSE TO BE OFFERED FALL 2007
Understanding Mexican Culture
(60 total contact hours–40 hours in the classroom and 20 hours in fieldwork)
From an interdisciplinary perspective, explore Mexican cultural, social, historical, and institutional contexts that influence attitudes, behaviors, and beliefs of Mexican migrants in specific situations in the United States.
DIRECT ENROLLMENT OPTIONS
Advanced-level Spanish students may choose to directly enroll in UNLA courses during the fall or spring. A good option for upper intermediate to advanced level Spanish students wanting to work on their language skills would be to take courses in the AHA program during the first term, and take direct enrollment courses at UNLA during the second term.
However, advanced-level students are able to direct enroll during their first term in Morelia, pending successful completion of an advanced-level placement exam prior to arrival in Morelia. Academic calendar dates and fees will vary for students eligible for direct enrollment and considerable advanced planning is necessary. For more information and eligibility requirements, contact AHA International.
2007–8 COURSES TO BE DETERMINED IN NOVEMBER 2006
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EXCURSIONS
Mexico is your classroom—excursions to cultural and historical sites around the country are an integral part of your learning experience. Weekend visits to sites in and around Guanajuato and Mexico City also may be a part of the program; exact destinations vary by term.
SUMMER PROGRAM FOR EDUCATORS
The Summer Program for Educators is designed for 400-level education majors, graduate students in education, and teachers seeking summer course work applicable to their classroom environments. Study Spanish language and the educational and social issues facing Mexican migrants with a visiting U.S. faculty member.
Summer 2007 course to be determined in November 2006. Click here if you would like us to e-mail you course information when we have it.
SUMMER LANGUAGE AND CULTURE PROGRAM
This six-week summer program is designed for all undergraduate levels of Spanish language. Students combine 80 contact hours of Spanish language with a course in Mexican history or Mexican literature.
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
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The History of Mexico
Taught in English
Examine the history of Mexico from a Mexican perspective. Analyze and interpret different economic, social, cultural, and political conditions since the pre-colonial period that have shaped modern Mexico.
Contemporary Mexican Literature
Taught in Spanish
Explore Mexican literature as a product of historical, political, cultural, and social circumstances that reflects not only a world vision, but also the desires, disappointments, promises, and dissatisfactions of everyday life. Read and analyze various literary genres and authors.
INTERNSHIPS
Internships are an ideal complement to your academic program, significantly enhancing your professional experience and future career prospects. Students with a clearly defined set of educational and professional objectives may explore the option of arranging an internship during fall, winter, and spring terms. For more information on internship options and eligibility requirements, contact AHA International.
TESOL TEACHING PRACTICUM
The Teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) practicum, available fall, winter, and spring terms, offers you a hands-on teaching experience in both high school and university environments. Previous TESOL course work is required, and all placements are made on an individual basis. For more information and eligibility requirements, contact AHA International.
Not all courses listed are offered every term.
Course offerings are subject to change depending on enrollment and availability.
ACADEMIC CREDIT
All courses offered in Morelia are recognized and approved for academic credit by various NCSA member institutions. Actual credit awarded is determined by the relevant department at your university in consultation with the study abroad office. Check with your study abroad adviser for more information.
Application deadlines: