CLS 150 - Latin American History and Culture

3.00 Credit(s)

This course is designed to introduce Latin America - a region encompassing Mexico, Central America, South America, and the Caribbean. Emphasizing Latin American geography, history, culture, and politics, the course explores the links between the region’s complex past and present circumstances. Emphasis is placed on how Latin Americans view themselves and how their history and culture differ from those of the United States and Europe. 59.4 Lec. Hrs. This course satisfies a general education requirement in the Cultural/Historical Perspectives Area.