Ascent of Latin America and the Caribbean

Undergraduate

From Independence starting in 1791 up to present. Topics include colonial reform, nation-building and nationalisms, republicanism and political activism, democracy, populism, revolutionary governments, dictatorship, and state terror; culture wars and constitutional amendments; transnational solidarity, human rights and environmental justice movements. Course Format: Lectures, seminar, 3 hours per week. Cross-Listing(s): SPAN 2P09 Course Notes: This course may be offered in multiple modes of delivery. The method of delivery will be listed on the academic timetable, in the applicable term.