Introduction to Mexican American Studies: Course Syllabus (OER)

Authors

• Luis B. Quesada Nieto, CUNY Lehman CollegeFollow

Document Type

Syllabus

Publication Date

Spring 3-30-2026

Abstract

This course studies the varied experiences of Mexicans in the United States from an interdisciplinary perspective. Through readings, lectures, media, and discussions, students will learn about the historical, social, and cultural contributions of Mexicans and Mexican Americans. The course will survey the history of Mexico and Mexicans in the United States at the same time that it explores issues of culture and identity. While the course emphasizes developments in the 20th and 21st centuries, students will also engage with developments before the 20th century. Students will study major political and social events that contributed to the incorporation of Mexicans into US institutions as well as become familiar with current events and perspectives regarding the experiences in today’s society.

Comments

This OER was funded in part by the CUNY OER Initiative.

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This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial-Share Alike 4.0 License.

CUNY OER Funding

CUNY OER Initiative