Latin American Studies (LATAMST)

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Courses

LATAMST 10 Introduction to Latin American Studies 4 Units

This course is intended as a lower division, interdisciplinary core course for students planning to pursue the Latin American Studies major, as well as other interested students. The aim is to provide an introduction to the field that integrates the offerings from the various disciplines. Particular attention will be given to the analysis of the relationship between cultural expression and the politics, economy, and history of the region.

LATAMST 24 Freshman Seminar 1 Unit

The Freshman Seminar Program has been designed to provide new students with the opportunity to explore an intellectual topic with a faculty member in a small seminar setting. Freshman seminars are offered in all campus departments, and topics vary from department to department and semester to semester. Enrollment is limited to 15 freshmen.

LATAMST 150 Advanced Studies in Latin American Studies 4 Units

Advanced research in current issues or regions of Latin American Studies. The course will focus on specific areas or topics with appropriate comparative material included. Topics change each semester.

LATAMST 160 The Politics of Development in Chile 6 Units

This course examines the politics of development in Chile. We will consider the different social and economic policies implemented during the years of the Popular Unity Coalition, the Pinochet dictatorship, in the transition back to a democratic political system, and the Concertacion governments that followed. We end the course by studying challenges to the neoliberal model, including the recent massive student mobilizations demanding reforms to the educational system, as well as challenges by labor and indigenous groups. We will conclude by considering how globalization shapes the politics of development today.

LATAMST 192 Senior Thesis 3 or 4 Units

This course is designed to provide a vehicle for undergraduate students who do not participate in the departmental honors program but are interested in writing a major paper on a Latin American studies topic. The paper should be approximately 30-50 pages in length; the topic must be agreed upon in advance by both the students and faculty sponsor. Requires weekly consultations with faculty sponsor.

LATAMST H195 Senior Honors Thesis Seminar 4 Units

The honors student is required to research and write a thesis based on the prospectus developed in International and Area Studies 102. The thesis work is reviewed by the honors instructor. A second reader is to be selected based on the thesis topic. Weekly reports required.

LATAMST 198 Directed Group Study 1 - 4 Units

Topics vary from semester to semester.

LATAMST 200 Latin American Studies Seminar 1 Unit

Mandatory for Latin American Studies graduate students. Seminars by faculty and advanced graduate students on their current research on Latin America.

LATAMST 230 Cross-Listed Topics 1 - 4 Units

This course is designed to accommodate cross-listed courses offered through other departments, the content of which is applicable to the graduate program in Latin American Studies. Content varies from course to course.

LATAMST 250 Selected Topics in Latin American Studies 4 Units

Seminar will take a multidisciplinary approach to specific geographical areas with appropriate comparative material included. Topics change each semester.

LATAMST 292 Directed Study and Research 1 - 4 Units

Directed study and research for graduate students in Latin American Studies. Primarily for graduate students engaged in an interdisciplinary exploration of Latin America-related topics in subject matter not covered in available course offerings. The course will involve directed readings and writing of a report.

LATAMST 298 Directed Graduate Group Study 1 - 4 Units

Topics vary from semester to semester.

LATAMST 299 Individual Study 1 - 4 Units

Individual study for graduate students in Latin American Studies. Intended to provide directed reading and supervision for thesis development or special study in Latin American area.

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