MISSION STATEMENT
The Program in Chican@ & Latin@ Studies (CLS) offers a systematic and interdisciplinary analysis of Mexican- and Latin American-origin people, cultures, and collectivities within the United States. The CLS certificate and major are designed to provide students with a broad knowledge base and the intellectual tools to understand the unity and diversity of U.S. Latina/o populations. The primary objective of the CLS Program is to train students in the study of Chican@s and Latin@s and to introduce them to the central questions, topics, and applications that have emerged in this field of inquiry. CLS offers a variety of courses, some focusing on particular national-origin groups or specific academic disciplines, and others organized around comparative topics or issues. We welcome you to join our community of learners.
Declare the Major
The CLS Program offers an interdisciplinary major and certificate. Contact Advisor Rachelle Eilers via Starfish or email, or learn about the program and declare online!
Newsletter
Our latest newsletter highlights the CLS Program’s achievements during Fall 2024.
2024-2025 Speaker Series: Latinx Art and Protest
Ready for a stimulating dialogue on important issues of the day? With the support of the Anonymous Fund and several campus partners, the Chican@ & Latin@ Studies Program will bring emerging figures in our interdisciplinary field to campus this year. Check out the full schedule on the speaker series web page.
CLS News
Daily Cardinal Highlights the Work of Prof. Michael Light
As part of an issue focused on immigration in Wisconsin, the Daily Cardinal highlighted the teaching and research of Michael Light. A Professor of Sociology and Chican@ & Latin@ Studies, Light has been teaching the class …
April 4, 2025
CLS Director Theresa Delgadillo Wins Teaching Award
CLS Director Theresa Delgadillo was awarded the Chancellor’s Inclusive Excellence Award for teaching in Spring 2025. A recent announcement by the University lists her among recipients of this year’s Distinguished Teaching Awards. The announcement notes …
March 18, 2025
CLS Panelists Montoya and Tafoya Speak with WORT Radio
On Wednesday, February 26th, journalist Carlos Dávalos and morning talk host Tony Castañeda interviewed artists Malaquías Montoya and Dewey Tafoya about the connection between art and political struggle. The interview is available online. Montoya and …
February 28, 2025- More news
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