HIS 162 - Middle and Modern Latin America (3 cr.)

In tracing the rise and development of two distinct societies in Latin America–those of the Middle Period and Modern Era–the course examines three longstanding, intertwining conflicts that dominated the struggle over direction in the historical evolution of these nations after independence: 1) the beneficiaries of political power and economic resources (hierarchy vs. egalitarianism); 2) the geographic scale upon which those social interests were best served (regional vs. national); 3) the cultural expressions (reflecting values, attitudes, and behavior) to embody, interpret, and affirm the larger society and the common good.
Liberal arts
General Education Category: World Systems
Semester(s) Offered: Spring