This course provides a comprehensive exploration of Latino/a immigration in America, examining its historical contexts, the challenges immigrants face, and the profound cultural contributions they have made to American society. Through a multidisciplinary approach, the participants will gain a deeper understanding of the complex dynamics surrounding Latino/a immigration and its impact on various aspects of American life.
This course will present immigration narratives through various materials such as literature, graffiti art, film, poetry, and music. This course focuses on narratives of immigration struggles, linguistic attrition of some immigrant groups, and the socio-economic aspects of immigration. This course will be taught in the Spanish language. This course is conducted in Spanish by a native speaker, Dr. Wanda Ocasio-Rivera.