ETHNC 120 - Introduction to the Chicano Movement: Culture, Politics, and Thought: E

Credits: (5)
Social Sciences
This course will explore the economic, pollical, and cultural factors the lead to the creation of Chicana/o/@ identity and the political movement by the same name. We will explore ways in which Chicano identity becomes a way for Mexican American and others to resist oppression but also a means of creating coalitions and growing political power in order the make real world change. We will explore cultural expression by Chicanos from the early part of the 20th century up to the last ten years as we situate those examples of culture within a historical and economic perspective. Students will be asked to read historical, creative, and theoretical writing and take part in discussion about challenging topics related to race, ethnicity, gender, sexuality, national identity, and power. We will look at several topics over the quarter while analyzing them through a range of critical perspectives including but not limited to historical-materialist, intersectional, women of color feminist, and queer of color.

Prerequisite: ENGL& 101 with a “C” or higher or concurrent enrollment.