Interdisciplinary and integrative presentation and examination of the historical, political, economic, and cultural processes of Latin America, from independence to the present followed by an analysis of scholarly works that include theoretical models, methodological strategies, and analytical approaches to learning about US Latinos.  Special emphasis is placed on the immigrant experience and its role in the incorporation of Latinos into the US society. Typically offered Fall.

LALS 25000 Introduction To Latin American And Latino Studies

Introduction To Latin American And Latino Studies

Focuses on Latin American literatures and cultural products, such as film, music, and/or art. As a variable-topics course, individual sections may variously focus on South and/or Central America, Mexico, the Caribbean, U.S. Latina/o populations, or any combination of the above. Individual sections may also examine major cultural and historical movements, and/or canonical and emerging authors and artists. May be repeated for credit. Typically offered Fall Spring.

LALS 30100 Hispanic Lit I

Hispanic Lit I

LALS 30100 Caribbean History

Caribbean History

Focuses on the languages and linguistic practices of Latin American and/or U.S. Latina/o populations, also including the Caribbean. As a variable-topics course, individual sections may variously focus on the nature and structure of specific languages, as well as the study of their dialects, semantics, and histories; the history, structure, uses, and educational concerns of Latin American indigenous, Caribbean Creole and/or U.S. Latina/o speech communities; or any combination of the above. May be repeated for credit. Typically offered Fall Spring.

LALS 30300 Struc Spanish I

Struc Spanish I

Investigation of a special topic in Latin American or US Latina/o studies. The topic will vary from semester to semester. Typically offered Fall Spring.

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