Certificate in Intercultural Communication - Mexico and Central America since: From Revolution to Drug Wars
SPAN 2070 Mexico and Central America since: From Revolution to Drug Wars
CREDIT HOURS: 3
Following an examination of the indigenous heritage, and the colonial legacy of the conquistadors, the course deals principally with the contemporary period, examining the Mexican Revolution and its aftermath, Nicaragua under the Sandinistas, the impact of NAFTA, the "democracy" of Mexico, gang wars and narcotics, the U.S. role in the region, the human rights situation in Central America, and probable developments in the region. The course is designed to provide an understanding of the contemporary reality of this volatile region.
FORMAT:
FORMAT COMMENTS: conducted in English
PREREQUISITES: No prerequisite. Open to students in all departments. No knowledge of Spanish necessary
CROSS-LISTING:
HIST 2383.03,
GEOG 2070.03