Course: HIST 161. The History of Latin America from Pre-Columbian Times to Today (3)
Learn about the important historical contributions made by indigenous peoples, Africans, Europeans, and immigrants from all over the globe to the rich history of what comes to be known as Latin America. Explore the history of the Maya, Mexica, and Inca civilizations. Understand the violent encounters between indigenous peoples and Europeans; the rise of independent states; the revolutions that rocked Haiti, Mexico, and Cuba; and the most pressing issues facing Latin America today. (Available for General Education, F Comparative Cultural Studies.) (IC)