Mintz, Sidney (1985). Sweetness & Power: The Place of Sugar in Modern History. Penguin Books.

One other book TBA

And several PDF file articles posted on Blackboard.

Course Content:
This course explores contemporary Latin American and Hispanic Caribbean cultures within their particular historical, cultural, social, political, and economic contexts. We will examine some of the similarities and differences that exist in this region while focusing on citizenship, race/ethnicity, gender, social class, migration, and globalization. We will also consider the relationships between Latin American and the Caribbean countries as well as their on-going relationship with the United States. Lecture will be combined with large and small group class discussion and use of audio/video material, and use of Blackboard.

Course Presentation:
This interactive course will consist of lectures, group discussions, music, and films to address different topics and issues with respect to Latin America and the Hispanic Caribbean.

Method of Evaluation:
Participation [in-class & on-line], Map Quizzes, Midterm Essay Exam, Group project, Final Essay Exam, Reaction Paper

Audience:
Undergraduate students no prerequisite, not limited to Anthropology or LASP

“Fijate Bien”
Juanes (2000) Universal/Surco Records Ventures

Te han quitado lo que tienes Te han robado el pan del día Te han sacado de tus tierras Y no parece que termina aquí

Despojado de tu casa Vas sin rumbo en la ciudad Sos el hijo de la nada Sos la vida que se va

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