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Courses - Summer 2026
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Open Seats as of
03/18/2026 at 10:30 PM
GVPT379L
Topics in American Politics; "Mi Gente Latino": Music, Media, and Latino/a/x Politics
Credits: 3
Grad Meth: Reg, P-F, Aud
This course takes a creative lens on Latino/a/x politics by using music and popular culture as entry points into political life. The course will provide a general overview of Latino/a/x politics scholarship, and leverages media for deeper analysis of its themes. From various music genres such as reggaeton, salsa, and tejano, as well as selected films we will explore how media and artists put themes of immigration, race, gender, belonging, and resistance on display as relevant to Latino/a/x politics. The course emphasizes critical analysis and discussion, highlighting how politics is interpreted, narrated, and represented in everyday culture.