SPAN130 CM - On Afro-Latin Am Representation

A third of Latin America’s population is of African descent. Since the continent was colonized, Afro-Latin Americans have been portrayed and have portrayed themselves in literary and musical works, as in visual media. In this course, we will examine written and visual texts from the 17th to the 21st century and discuss how stereotypes about Black people were created, spread, and perpetuated by the different media. We will also discuss how Afro-Latin Americans challenged and contested stereotypes in their artistic endeavors. In addition to reading criticism of the works being studied, we will also read theoretical texts on coloniality and representation.

Prerequisite: Any Spanish course numbered 100 or above.

Offered: Once a year

Credit: 1

Course Number: SPAN130 CM