Mexican American Studies


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Mexican American Studies (MAS) is a social justice-oriented program that prepares students to work, serve and research in their communities to address and navigate complex socio-political/historical conditions. MAS nurtures students to be leaders in their communities and professions to work towards a more just society.

The Mexican American Studies degree is Interdisciplinary so it allows for the degree to be molded to your liking. As a result, you have an array of options to choose from for your career path!

What careers can be obtained with a MAS degree?

  • Teacher/Professor
  • Writer/Editor
  • Researcher
  • Public Policy
  • Museum Curator
  • Government
  • Marketing
  • Social Work
  • Community Organizer
  • Housing
  • Journalist
  • and more!

For any information regarding the program feel free to contact Doctor Alberto Rodriguez at the email below. 

alberto.rodriguez05@utrgv.edu