Capstone Seminar in Latina & Latino Studies (395-0-1)

Topic

Latina, Latino, and Latinx Studies Research and Wr

Instructors

Merida M Maria Rua

Meeting Info

University Library 4722: Mon 2:00PM - 4:50PM

Overview of class

This course is designed for students seeking an opportunity to conduct independent research and work in a collaborative writing workshop setting. In consultation with the professor, students will identify a general topic or subject for a research project at the beginning of the quarter relevant to the field of Latina, Latino, and Latinx studies. Approved student projects will shape the organization and structure of this course — such as course materials that we will consider together for discussion and feedback. The research and writing salon aims to offer students practical guidance on developing research strategies and refining their project essays with writing exercises, work-in-progress workshops, and in-class writing time. Prior coursework in Latina, Latino, and Latinx Studies is required to enroll in this class.

Registration Requirements

PREREQUISITES: LATINO 201, LATINO 203 , LATINO 218, OR LATINO 222

Learning Objectives

• Develop a research agenda and craft arguments that connect scholarship and show the evolution of a topic relevant to Latina, Latino, and Latinx Studies.
• Refine strategies for searching for, obtaining, and evaluating primary and relevant secondary source materials.
• Experiment with writing voice through assignments and in-class exercises that will help further develop the skills of synthesis, analysis, and the overall presentation of ideas.
• Practice providing constructive and generative feedback and addressing comments and suggestions received through the exercise of revision.

Class Materials (Required)

Readings on Canvas TBD based on research projects