HIST 377 - WI: Modern Mexico

4 Credits

1 Units

This course explored the creation of modern Mexico from a social and cultural perspective. It begins with an analysis of the independence war followed by a study of the difficulties faced by the new nation such as the Mexican-American War. Then we examine the conditions generated by the dictatorship of General Porfirio Diaz, who ruled the country for more than three decades, resulting in a civil war: the Mexican revolution. We will look at the institutionalization of the social revolution, the rise of nationalism and the social movements that have created present-day Mexico. The course concentrates on three main themes: race, gender and public health. Our journey is based on the analysis of a vast array of primary sources and secondary sources which not only include official documents, newspapers or images; but also literature, art, cinema and other cultural manifestations. (WI)

Prerequisite: ANY 200 LEVEL HIST COURSE
Credit Type Code: Letter Grade