5. Chicano Studies (CHIC) Courses
3301 La Chicana (3-0)
An interdisciplinary examination of the socioeconomic, political, and cultural forces that affect the status of Chicanas in American society. Special considerations will be given to the role of Chicanas in the Women's and Chicano Movements, as well as the Mexicana/Chicana confluence in the U.S.-Mexico border region.
3302 Chicano Cinema (3-0)
An examination of the American film industry with respect to the Chicano's role, historically and culturally, in the genre. A series of films, including Hollywood commercial and Chicano-made films, will be screened, as part of an analysis of Chicano images and their impact on American popular culture. This is an interdisciplinary course that employs analytical constructs and techniques used in cultural anthropology, sociology, film criticism, and history. Course fee required.
3303 The Border Image in Mexican Film (3-0)
Analysis of the U.S.-Mexico Border image in Mexican cinema, to include the salient demographic, cultural, linguistic, and political characteristics of the region. Course fee required. The course will be taught in Spanish.
3304 Chicano/Latino Music in the U.S. (3-0)
An examination of the history of Tex-Mex and Latin music - particularly from Mexico, Cuba, Brazil, and Argentina - and its influence in U.S. popular music.
3311 Chicano Studies: Societal Issues (3-0)
An interdisciplinary analysis of the salient historical, cultural, and social issues of contemporary importance to the Chicano population, with a particular emphasis on the U.S.-Mexico border.
3339 Cultural Diversity and Youth in the U.S. (3-0)
Survey of socioeconomic and cultural characteristics of ethnic groups in the U.S. and how they affect the participation of these groups in the American education system. Includes examination of specific policies and practices in those institutions that promote or inhibit participation.
4250 Topics in Chicano Studies (2-0)
4350 Topics in Chicano Studies (3-0)
4450 Topics in Chicano Studies (4-0)
An examination of a currently relevant subject from the perspective of Chicano Studies. Topics will vary and will be drawn from the social sciences, humanities, fine arts, and education. May be repeated for credit when topic varies.
4301 Chicano Legal History (3-0)
An analysis of the salient judicial cases and federal and state legislation that have affected the status of Hispanics and their participation in American society.
4306 Colonias on the U.S.-Mexico Border (3-0)
A study of the unincorporated population settlements in various regions along the U.S.-Mexico border. Particular attention will be paid to public policy and social services issues (may require field trips).
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