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Program Coordinator: Dr. Enrique E. Figueroa, Director Bolton Hall 183, 414-229-6156, figueroa@uwm.edu
The program is open to any University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee undergraduate who has completed at least 45 credits and to those who previously received a bachelor's degree from UWN or any other accredited college or university. Students currently involved in baccalaureate studies who successfully complete the requirements of the certificate program are awarded the certificate at the time of graduation. Students who already possess the bachelor's degree receive the certificate upon completion of the program requirements. Students who are enrolled in the program must complete 21 credits in approved Latino courses with a minimum grade point of 2.5. Of the 21 credits needed for the certificate, 6 credits must in the social sciences, 6 credits must be in humanities, and 3 credits must be taken from the School of Education. At least 12 credits for the certificate must be completed at UWM. For additional program information, contact the coordinator. LATINO STUDIES CERTIFICATE COURSES SOCIOL 323: Perspectives on Latino Communities
Required Courses (15 Cr): * Latino 101: Introduction to Latino Studies 3 cr. U. Analysis of the historical and structural forces which have shaped the experience of Latinos in the U. S., including the relationship between Latinos and social institutions. Prereq: none. Ed Pol 212: Educational Issues in Spanish-Speaking Communities, 3 cr. U. This course presents an overview of the educational issues in the Spanish-speaking communities in the U. S. and how these issues affect the total society. Prereq: none. Hist 267: The History of Latinos in the Unites States, 3 cr. U. Introduction to the history and culture of Latinos in the United States from the colonial period to the present with emphasis on the Mexican American, Puerto Rican, and Cuban experiences. Prereq: none. Sociol 323: Perspectives on Latino Communities, 3 cr. Sociological analysis of the experiences of Latinos. Examination of immigration and mode of incorporation from theoretical perspectives. Emphasis on Chicanos, Cubans and Puerto Ricans. Prereq: jr standing & any Sociol 100-level course or consent of instructor. **Spanish 371: Introduction to Latino Literature: In English, 3 cr. U. Introduction to the development of literature by Chicanos, Nuyoricans, and other Hispanics since the late fifties and its historical, social, and political background. Prereq: jr st or writ cons dept. ** English 279: Introduction to U.S. Latino/a Literature: (Subtitle), 3 cr. U. Latino/a American literature with a focus on region, genre, theme or period. Repeatable w. chg of topic to a max of 9 cr. Prereq: grade of C or better in English 102 (P) or score at level 4 on EPT. *Latino Studies 101 is also listed in the Cultures and Communities Certificate Program. ** English 279 or Span 371 can be taken as a required course; the course not chosen to meet the requirement can be used as an elective.
Curr Ins 542: History of Bilingual Education in the United States, 3 cr. U/G. Overview of the historical, political, legal, and social context of bilingual education in the United States from the country's beginnings through the present. Prereq: jr st. Ed Pol 460: The Chicano Experience, 3 cr. U. This course surveys important issues shaping the Chicano experience in U. S. Society by focusing on immigration, the Barrio, Repatriation, Zoot Suit, Chicano-police riots, etc. Prereq: none. Ed Pol 560: Education and Hispanics, 3cr. U/G. Examination of the educational experiences of Hispanics in schools in the U.S. Prereq: none English 374: Survey of U.S. Latino/a Literature, 3 cr. U. A general, representative study of U.S Latino/a American literature. Prereq: jr st; satisfaction of GER English Composition competency req. English 523: Studies in U.S. Latino/a Literature: (Subtitle) 3 cr. U. Critical study of themes, figures, aspects, trends, etc. in U.S. Latino/a literature. Retakable w/ chg in topic up to 9 cr. max. Prereq: jr st; satisfaction of GER English Composition competency req. Spanish 316: Spanish for Native Speakers I, 3 cr. U. Designed especially for students with native/near-native command of reading, writing, and speaking skills in Spanish (other admitted at instr discretion) to develop full proficiency. Counts as repeat of Spanish 305. Spanish 317: Spanish for Native Speakers II, 3 cr. U. Continuation of Spanish 316. Counts as repeat of Spanish 311. Prereq: grade of C- or better in Spanish 305 (P) or 316 (P), or writ cons of dept. Spanish 373: Topics in Latino Literature in English: (Subtitled). 3 cr. U. Some experiences of U.S. Hispanics as reflected in literature, film, and other cultural manifestations. Retakable w/ chg in topic to 6 cr. Max. Satisfies L&S International req. Prereq: none. Sociol 193: Freshmen Seminar: Latinos and the City, 3 cr. U. Aims to achieve an understanding of the process and experiences currently facing the Latino population in the U.S. in order to become familiar with a number of sociological concepts and ideas useful in understanding the history and status of Latinos in American Society. Special attention will be given to the three largest Latino subgroups: Puerto Ricans, Chicanos (Mexican-Americans), and Cubans. |
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