HIST 427 - Borderlands

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

The US-Mexico border region is a political, economic, and cultural crossroads. The course investigates interactions between Native Americans and Spanish colonists beginning in the 16th century, emerging United States economic and political control during the 19th century, and immigration, community building, and civil rights movements in the 20th century. We also discuss la frontera as a literary and symbolic concept. History 270, Latina/o History is strongly encouraged as preparation for this course.

Enrollment Limit: 12
Instructor: P. Mitchell

Consent of the Instructor Required: Yes