U.S. Latino/a Studies Program (USLS)

Credits: 3. Contact Hours: Lecture 3.

History and current lives of the Latino/a peoples in the United States, including Mexican, Cuban, Puerto Rican, Dominican, and South and Central Americans, as well as information specific to Iowa Latino/as, will be covered. Through readings, class discussions, writing assignments, and guest speakers, students will acquire accurate information and a solid understanding of the US Latino/a population and cultural perspectives. Elements of Latino/a culture to be covered include historical, sociological, educational, psychological, economic, and political facets. Meets U.S. Cultures and Communities Requirement. (Typically Offered: Fall, Spring)

(Cross-listed with SPAN 3250).
Credits: 3. Contact Hours: Lecture 3.

Prereq: USLS 2110
Analysis and discussion of interdisciplinary texts examining the local and regional Latino/a immigration experience. Particular focus will be on Iowan Latino/a communities. Students will engage in multi-media projects. (Typically Offered: Fall, Spring)

Credits: 1-3. Repeatable, maximum of 9 credits.

Prereq: Instructor Permission for Course
Independent study under supervision of instructor. Graduation Restriction: No more than 3 credits may count towards the U.S. Latino/a Studies certificate.

Credits: 1-3. Repeatable, maximum of 6 credits.

Prereq: Instructor Permission for Course
Supervised practice working with US Latino/a communities in the public or private sector, combined with academic work under faculty supervision. Graduation Restriction: Up to 3 credits may apply toward USLS minor. Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis only. (Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer)