SPAN 308: Hist/Cultr Aztlan:SW US
Covers the story of indigenous peoples of the southwestern United States: Aztlán, the Spanish colonial period, the Mexican period, and the acquisition and settlement by the United States. Seeks the exposition of indigenous and Hispanic historical and cultural foundations of the region and the confluence with other Asian and European influences. Taught in English with Spanish readings for Spanish majors. Also available online. (Offered every fall semester and online as interest warrants).
Reflective Narrative: This course began with the introduction of what is to believe to be the origins of Aztlan. The course is divided into a timeline and categories of the development of Mexico and part of the United States. Needless to mention, the concentration of the course focuses on some of the political aspects between the United States and Mexico. Some components of the course were to create a reflection and summary of the material read in class. Another aspect that important was creating a 10-page paper based on a designated topic. My topic was The Pachucos. I was able to learn a lot about the pachuco culture and movement.