Concentration Track 8. Latin American History

The Latin American history concentration offers a wide variety of courses that explore the economic, political, social and environmental histories of our neighbors to the south.  Topics we examine include ancient American civilizations, the Spanish conquest, the African slave trade, the rise of nineteenth century nation-states, tewntieth century social revolutions, and US-Latin American relations.  In our quest to understand Latin America’s diverse population, we read scholarly works, journalistic accounts, diaries and fiction; view art, photographs and film; and listen to music.  The Latin American History concentration not only enriches students’ knowledge of our Latin American neighbors, but also offers hands on experience conducting research, analyzing sources, and developing arguments through written assignments and oral presentations.

Track 8. Latin American History

HST 273 A History of Gender in Latin America

HST 276 Modern Latin America

HST 277 Early Mesoamerican Life and Culture

HST 278 Mexico Since the Spanish Conquest

HST 280 History of US-Latin American Relations, 1800-Present

HST 284 Latin American Social Revolutions

HST 285 The Colonial History of Latin America and the Caribbean

HST 286 Roots and Routes: Caribbean and Latin American Diasporas

HST 360 Native America: From Pre-History to the Trail of Tears

HST 361 Native America: 1832 to the Present

HST 378 An Environmental History of Latin America

HST 440 A History of Latin American Festivals, Dance, and Music

HST 441 Social Movements in Latin America and the Caribbean

HST 508 Study Trip to El Salvador: A History and Learning Experience