Latin American and Latino Studies

LALS170 Indigenous Struggles in the Americas

Focuses on the way Natives of First Peoples have interacted voluntarily and involuntarily with nonindigenous cultures. Examines their perspectives, thoughts, frustrations, and successes. Touches on land issues and examines the way current indigenous cultures of Latin America face and adapt to social change. Focuses mainly on the Andes, lowland Amazon, Mesoamerica, and other areas.

Credits

5

General Education Code

CC

Quarter offered

Spring

Instructor

Jeff Erbig