Prerequisite: none. General inquiry into the historical and cultural
heritage of Latina/os who have lived or are currently living in what
is today the United States.  Through readings and discussion of major
texts, this course studies varied histories of Mexican, Puerto Rican,
Cuban, and other Latin American peoples in the U.S., with a special
view toward convergence and congruencies along political and cultural
lines.  Students will develop an understanding of the impact and the
roles played by Latino men and women in the formation and development
of U.S. society. May be taken for both historical studies and
cultural studies credit.