LACS 1000. Introduction to Latin American and Caribbean Studies The interdisciplinary study of Latin America and the Caribbean. Examination of ethnic and cultural diversity and issues of gender, race, class, and culture within Latin American and Caribbean society. Consideration will also be given to the historical, political, economic, geographic, and social experiences of Latin American and Caribbean ethnic and cultural groups with special attention to their diversity and unity. Dr. Jorge Derpic. T/R 11:10am to 12:25pm. Dr. Diana Graizbord. T/R 2:20 to 3:35pm.Dr. Diana Graizbord T/R 3:55 to 5:10pm. LACS 4911/6911. Topics in Latin American and Caribbean Studies (Split level) To enhance the knowledge gained and deepen the appreciation of Latin American and Caribbean Studies. Students will demonstrate proficiency in the major regional language of choice. Dr. Jorge Derpic. T/R 9:35 to 10:50am. QUEC 1002. Elementary Quechua II Continuation of Elementary Quechua Language and Culture. Introduction of grammatical and cultural topics that further knowledge in conversation, grammar, pronunciation, and the rich and diverse culture of the Andean highlands through historical and anthropological perspectives. Conducted in English and Quechua; instructional materials also in English and Quechua. Dr. Bethany Bateman. MWF 10:20 to 11:10am. LACS 5060. Telenovelas, Culture and Society Examination of the connections between media, culture, and society as participants study the world's most watched television genre: the Latin American telenovela. The class focuses on the genre's contexts of production, consumption, regulation, and globalization, and analyzes telenovelas as a public forum for the negotiation of sociocultural issues. Dr. Carolina Acosta-Alzuru. T/R 3:55 to 5:10pm LACS 4280W Global Perspectives on Gender The diverse social and cultural manifestations of gender located within an economic, social, and political context. Case studies drawn from Africa, Asia, the Middle East, Latin America, and the Caribbean. Dr. Patricia Richards. T/R 11:10am to 12:25pm THEA 5710S/7710S. Community-Based Theatre An introduction to the history, theories, and practice of community-based theatre. Hallmark troupes and artists, and techniques of theatre for social change. Involves outreach in the community, critical reflection, and the creation our own community-based performance. Dr. Emily Sahakian (sahakian@uga.edu). M 1:50-5pm
