People's History of Mexico.

Catalog description

This course explores Mexico’s vibrant history from its indigenous empires and communities before European contact to issues facing the country and its people today. In the process, we will examine major historical themes and developments— society and culture of the Aztecs and Maya, the colonial empire, Independence and of Revolution, modernization and post-modernity—as experienced by or as expressions of the actions and aspirations of Mexico’s people. We will use a variety of texts and multimedia sources to analyze topics including: politics, gender, violence, popular culture, migration, and U.S.-Mexico relations. ( GE1C , GEND , GESO )