SPN 416 Latin American Cultures

3 Credit(s)

This course examines the historical, political and cultural aspects of the cultures of the Hispanic-American world from ancient indigenous civilizations to the present day. It explores the interaction between Spain and its colonies, and study the United States and Hispanic-America, looking at the impact of racism and oppression on its cultures. Readings, lectures and discussions in Spanish. Three lecture hours per week. Elective for Spanish minors. Offered in alternate years. Prerequisite: SPN 350 or SPN 351 or SPN 353 or SPN 354 or permission of the Department Chairperson.