SPAN 232 Latinos in the United States
This course examines the group of individuals commonly identified as "Hispanics" or "Latinos/as" Consideration will be given not only to the features these people share in common, but also to their diversity. An interdisciplinary approach examines the history, politics, religion, literature, art, music and popular traditions associated with the Latino population. The primary objective of this course is to examine who Latinos are, how they came to live in the United States, and what their place is within the US society. Of central importance to this examination will be an understanding of the concepts of race, ethnicity, identity, resistance, and assimilation. This course is taught in English, with no knowledge of Spanish required. It is not open to students who have completed Spanish 332.
Distribution
Historical Perspectives, Diversity, Writing Proficiency, Civilization & Culture