<p>(Formerly numbered Chicana and Chicano Studies 169B.) Seminar, four hours. Limited to juniors/seniors. Research seminar organized around readings and engaged discussion of critical topic of interest in field. Exploration of issue, its theoretical implication for field, and practical implications for communities. Addresses Xican&#64; indigeneity. Exploration of historical and contemporary indigenous character of Xican&#64; peoples; what it means to be indigenous, Indian mestiza/o; relationship to and between cultural and linguistics memories, continuities, losses, changes, revitalization, and reclamation; and indigenous epistemologies, decolonization, and la perspectiva Xican&#64;. Final research project required. P/NP or letter grading.</p>

Chicana/o and Central American Studies

Combining rigorous, inclusive pedagogy with opportunities for co-curricular activities—including research, internships, and community engagement—the College provides students with diverse learning experiences that helps them thrive, become critical thinkers, and transform society.

College of Letters and Science

The department researches and analyzes the life, history, and culture of Mexican-origin people within the U.S., as well as of other Latina/Latino and indigenous populations in the Americas.

General Catalog

Xican@ Indigeneity

CCAS 169B

4 units