American Culture Studies 248 |
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Latino/a Experiences in the U.S. |
Fall 2007 |
Instructor: office hours Friday, 1-2:30 PM or by appointment, McMillan 139 |
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AMCS 248 is an interdisciplinary course designed to introduce Rodriguez Scholars to a range of topics related to how the Latino population shapes and is shaped by life in the United States. We explore a range of topics and issues from different perspectives: race and ethnicity, media representations and stereotypes, collective memory, identity, gender, cultural expression, and the arts. Guest lecturers will provide expertise on many of the issues we explore. In addition, there will be weekly discussions on assigned readings, and students are expected to contribute to the conversation of the class. |
What it is What it means What it's worth
1) Participation Come to class, be prepared, active participation 20% 2) Special Report Each student will give a 5-10 minute oral presentation with another student 10% 3) Midterm Exam 4 page take home essay due October 26 25% 4) Project Proposal 1 page topic proposal with sources due November 9 10% 5) Final Project 8 page paper/project due December 14 35%
The final project is based on a topic of your choice relating to Latino experiences in the US . You may choose to explore a topic from class more in-depth or introduce a new topic. Each student will submit a 1 page statement proposing the topic they would like to explore due November 9. The proposal should include a bibliography with a minimum of 5 sources. After the midterm, we will periodically discuss paper ideas and progress in class. This is an excellent opportunity to learn from your peers. Final papers are due December 14. Be creative! NOTE : Late papers and assignments will NOT be accepted without prior notification (you must tell me BEFORE THE DUE DATE that it will be late and why), and even with notification I reserve the right to deduct a letter grade for each day an assignment is late. Hand assignments in on time! The course website has the most updated information for the class. Please check the “messages” section often. Readings (marked **) are available to print or read on electronic reserve at www.eres.wustl.edu. |
