ENGL 251 (2018-2019, Spring) Major Chicano/a Authors

Chicano/a identity is perhaps one of the most misunderstood racial/ethnic identities in the United States. It encompasses many possible identities--such as Latino, Hispanic, and Mexican-American--while remaining politically and culturally distinct in its intended meaning. Students explore the history behind constructions of Chicano/a identity as expressed through Civil Rights Movement (post-1964) literature and politics, with the intention of demystifying the contentious sterotypes surrounding this community. Students read works by 3-4 major Chicano/a authors. Offered periodically. Counts toward Latin American studies major and concentration and race and ethnic studies major and concentration. Prerequisite: FYW.

Counts Toward Majors: Creative Writing, English, Gender & Sexuality Studies, Latin American Studies, Race and Ethnic Studies, Women's and Gender Studies

Counts Toward Concentrations: Gender & Sexuality Studies, International Relations, Latin American Studies, Race and Ethnic Studies, Women's and Gender Studies

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