HILA 132Modern Mexico: From Revolution to Drug War Violence
The social and political history of twentieth-century Mexico from the outbreak of revolution to the current “war on drugs.” Highlights include the Zapatista calls for land reform, the muralist movement, and the betrayal of revolutionary ideals by a conservative elite. We will also study the Mexican urban experience and environmental degradation. Students may not receive credit for both HILA 132 and HILA 132GS.
Prerequisites
None listed in the catalog.
Where it sits in degree plans
One of the options in (1)
- Latin American Studies with a Concentration in Mexico (B.A.)