Course Descriptions

LAS 1012/3112 The Latino Lens (also SCS 1012/3112) (3 units) 

Designed to raise awareness and educate students about the fastest growing groups in the United States, this course is an introduction into the lives and cultures of Latino Americans through film and video. Issues such as stereotypes, discrimination, religion, language, immigration, generation gaps, and culture clash, to name a few, are covered. Screenings, small group discussions, and group projects all work together to bring the perspectives of Latinos, “The Latino Lens,” into sharp focus. Fall Semesters.

LAS 2003/4003  Perspectives of Latin America: Physical Geography, Culture (3 units)

An integrative, interdisciplinary course that serves as an introduction to the landscapes, diverse peoples and customs of Latin America. The course may be team taught from different disciplines or perspectives. Spring Semesters.

LAS 3198  Special Topics in Latin American Cinema (3 units)

An introduction to Latin American cinema and the film archives of the Latino Film Festival at Alemany Library. This course examines particular directors' works, themes, genres, or countries. Possible topics may include immigration, gender roles, civil rights, contemporary Mexican cinema, Latin American shorts, and other topics. Offered regularly.