Probing these historical paradoxes helps one better understand the complexity of the crisis facing Colombia today, assess current peace negotiations between the guerrilla insurgents and the Colombian government, and evaluate the past and possible future roles of the U.S. government in the Colombian crisis. Colombia is at a crossroads. Recommended preparation Spanish useful but not required. Course in Latin American history or Latin American Studies helpful but not required. Class Assignments and Grading Students in the course will explore these questions through directed readings, discussions, and the writing of a research paper on a topic chosen in consultation with the instructor.
Attendance is mandatory, except in the case of documented illness.
In most cases, the official course syllabus will be distributed on the first day of class.