The Americas (3-0) Treats selected modern themes as manifested in the Americas, including population movements, the arts, economic change, identity, socio-political structures and events, health, the environment, international relations, borders, and technology. Consideration of each theme includes its dynamic historical development and a team taught, interdisciplinary perspective. Prerequisite: Junior standing.

Department: Latin American/Border Studies

3 Credit Hours
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This course presents a multidisciplinary exploration of US-Mexico border issues from the varied and sometimes contentious perspectives of participants/observers on both sides. Students will examine local and non-local opinions to understand the border as fact and metaphor. Emphasis on appreciating the fragile and complex systems of the border: ethnic, social, cultural, historical, economic, linguistic, legal and others.

Department: Latin American/Border Studies

3 Credit Hours
3 Total Contact Hours
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3 Lecture Hours
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Topics in Latin American/Border Studies (3-0) Selected topics in Latin American, Inter-American, or Border Studies. May be repeated for credit when topic varies. Prerequisite: Junior standing and department approval.

Department: Latin American/Border Studies

3 Credit Hours
3 Total Contact Hours
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3 Lecture Hours
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Internship in Latin American and Border Studies: Internship with a public, private, or non-profit sector organization, selected in consultation with the LABS program advisor. Hours and work tasks will be set by agreement between the organization, student, and advisor. Background reading and written work analyzing the internship will be required. The internship will be under close supervision by the agency and the LABS program advisor.

Department: Latin American/Border Studies

3 Credit Hours
3 Total Contact Hours
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3 Other Hours

Independent Study in Latin American and Border Studies: Independent study, research and writing on a topic agreed upon by student and professor.

Department: Latin American/Border Studies

3 Credit Hours
3 Total Contact Hours
0 Lab Hours
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3 Other Hours