Latin American Studies Semester (LASS) (15 s.h.) S.

The Latin American Studies Semester (LASS) is a 15-credit total immersion, interdisciplinary program designed to teach students to speak Spanish or to greatly increase their Spanish language fluency in one semester. The course meets daily from 9:00 a .m. to 3:00 p.m., and includes, in addition to Spanish language skill acquisition, the study of Latin America through social science, literature, and film. The highlight of the course is a trip to a Latin American country during the Spring Break. LASS is offered each spring semester. For more information, contact the Latin American Studies Center, Anderson Hall, Room 411 (215-204-7527), latinam@blue.temple.edu or visit our website www.temple.edu/LAS

C050. Perspectives on Latin America (3 s.h.) F S. Core: IS.

Interdisciplinary examination of social change in Latin American societies. Provides historical context and includes changing approaches to economic development, class and ethnic issues, religious traditions, art, music, and literature.

0100. Latin America Through Film and Fiction (3 s.h.) S. $.

Prerequisite: Admittance to Latin American Studies Semester.

Economic and political change; role of institutional forces including the military and church. Cultural and intellectual traditions and trends, past and present. Multi-media approach.

Note: Given in Spanish as part of the LASS program (see above).

0129. Politics of Development in Latin America (3 s.h.)

An examination of Latin America's struggle for economic development. Emphasis on the relationships that have prevailed over the last few decades between developmental theories and the every day lives of Latin American peoples. Discussion of the political and ideological questions involved in Latin American development. Exploration of how Latin American developmental issues affect the United States through matters such as job relocations and trade pacts.

0130. Democracy in Latin America (3 s.h.)

Cross Listed with Political Science 0218.

An examination of the structure and culture of Latin American democracies organized around three major themes: (1) a discussion of theories of democracy; (2) the formation and development of democratic institutions in Latin America; and (3) the political culture of Latin American democracy. Uses a social problems approach to look at two controversial Latin American issues since the late 1960's: the tension between adopting a procedural vs. a substantive definition of democracy, and the emphasis on political vs. socioeconomic factors in explaining democratization.

0138/R138/W138. Topics in Latino Studies (3 s.h.) F S. Core: R138: RS; W138: WI.

Course topics vary and may include the study of Latino migration to the United States, Latino communities in the United States, and Latino political and cultural movements.

Note: Students can obtain a description of the current version at the Latin American Studies Center.

0139/R139/W139. Topics in Caribbean Studies (3 s.h.) F. Core: R139: RS; W139: WI.

Course topics vary each semester and may include the history of Puerto Rico, the history of the Hispanic Caribbean, culture and music of the Caribbean.

Note: Students can obtain a description of the current version at the Latin American Studies Center.

0140/R140/W140. Topics in Latin American Studies I (3 s.h.) F S. Core: R140: RS; W140: WI.

Course topics vary each semester and may include the media in Latin America, Latin American music, race and ethnicity, and social movements.

Note: Students can obtain a description of the current version at the Latin American Studies Center.

0141/R141/W141. Topics in Latin American Studies II (3 s.h.) F. Core: R141: RS; W141: WI.

Course topics vary each semester and may include the media in Latin America, Latin American music, race and ethnicity, and social movements.

Note: Students can obtain a description of the current version at the Latin American Studies Center.

0148. Puerto Ricans in Philadelphia (3 s.h.) S.

Cross Listed with American Studies 0148.

This course looks at the migration of Puerto Ricans to the United States in the 20th century, a group that is the second largest Hispanic group in the country. It examines the specific community of Puerto Ricans in Philadelphia and its relationship with other racial and ethnic groups and the social, political, and economic situation of Puerto Ricans in the city.

0170. Historical Continuity and Social Change in Latin America (3 s.h.) F.

Cross Listed with History 0121.

Overview of Latin American history from a social change/social problems perspective. Some of the historical themes addressed include: social inequality and unequal exchange, cultural domination and resistance, racial minorities and indigenism, the role of women in Latin American societies, political imposition and democracy, and national independence.

0302. Contemporary Brazilian Scene (3 s.h.) S.

Cross Listed with History 0225.

Modern and contemporary Brazilian themes including democracy, globalization, and nationalism, cultural and ideological dissent, and popular social movements. Course materials include Brazilian writings, documents, and films.

0303. Processes of Change in Latin America (3 s.h.) S.

Cross Listed with History 0122.

Social and political change in selected Latin American countries since 1900. Topics include ideological change, the actions of established and emergent social groups, political leadership in Latin America, and social conflict.

0304. Independent Study (1-9 s.h.) F S SS.

Independent research on a specific topic related to Latin America. This course will enable undergraduate students the option of taking an independent study through the Latin American Studies Center.

Note: Special authorization required for all students.

W315. Latin American Studies Seminar (3 s.h.) F S SS. Core: WI.

Prerequisite: Senior Latin American Studies major.

A capstone, multidisciplinary course for Latin American studies majors. Uses seminar format to prepare and discuss individual student research projects on Latin America.

Note: Fulfills the Capstone writing course requirement for the Latin American Studies major.
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