AS 3640 - Hist & Culture of Latino in US

Institution:

SUNY College at Old Westbury

Subject:

American Studies

Description:

This course explores the growing Latino political, social, and cultural presence in the U.S. The history of Latin America and Caribbean migration to the U.S. will be analyzed, along with the changing movement of Latinos to urban, rural, and suburban areas. Students will be introduced to Latinos' attempts to attain political muscle commensurate with their growing numbers; special attention will be paid to the issue of citizenship. Particular cultural forms will be analyzed to explore the tensions and possibilities of cultural production in the U.S. context. such as Mexican conjuntos and murals, or Puerto Rican casitas. Prerequisite: ECII placement or equivalent

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.oldwestbury.edu

Phone Number:

(516) 876-3000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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