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HISP 359 - Mexican-U.S. American Border Stories


Semester Offered: Second Semester
Full Course
Credits: 4 credits
Attribute: 4HU, CD

This course examines the different representations of the Mexican-U.S. American border and border subjects in literature, film, music and other artistic expressions from both sides of the border. The course will be organized historically, from the Mexican-American War to contemporary times, and will address issues of nation, politics, identity and binational navigation.  Works by Rodolfo “Corky” Gonzales, Gloria Anzaldúa, Carlos Fuentes, Los Tigres del Norte, and Reyna Grande, among others. Taught in Spanish.

Enrollment Limit: 20
Instructor: Y. Encalada-Egusquiza

Prerequisites & Notes: HISP 304 or the equivalent


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