Fulfills LAMA requirement for History Majors and Minors.
Sports played a major historical role in Latin America. Elites used organized sporting events as a means to appropriate nature and build a sense of belonging. People also began to see themselves and the world through ftbol (soccer), bisbol (baseball), and other activities. This course looks at how sports shaped life in Latin America, delving into the politics of sports, their impact on gender relations, their underpinning of local and national identities, and their power to bring light to social issues. Through weekly readings and primary sources, we will learn about Latin American political, economic, social, and urban history through the lens of sports, sporting events, and leisure activities.
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