Latin American and Latino Studies

LALS 100 Concepts and Theories in Latin American and Latina/o Studies

Lays the conceptual, theoretical, and analytical groundwork for subsequent LALS upper-division courses. Examines key concepts and major theoretical frameworks within the interdisciplinary fields of Latin American studies and Latina/o/e/x studies, with particular emphasis on the power and value of bridging them. First third of the course explores theories, concepts, and practices in Latin American studies. Second third considers theories, concepts, and practices in Latina/o/e/x studies. Final third examines the rich new understandings and perspectives allowed when we bridge the interdisciplinary fields of Latin American and Latina/o/e/x studies. Taken together, these three sections of the course form the foundation of LALS. Prior or concurrent enrollment in an introductory LALS course is highly recommended.

Requirements

Enrollment is restricted to sophomores, juniors, and seniors.

Credits

5

General Education Code

ER