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This week’s content delved into “the meeting of the two worlds” in which Columbus and his crew arrived on what was come to be known as the “New World” and later the “Indies”. I found this particularly interesting as it provided me with more information on a historical event that I have heard a lot […] read full post >>

Our introductory task for Latin American Studies 100 was to review the videos made by students of the previous year. In general, I was very impressed by the creativity and knowledge of the students and I am definitely looking forward to learning more in this course. The videos I watched were, Independence in Latin America: […] read full post >>

(I completely forgot to post my blog... better late than never?)The problematic notion of cultural appropriation and colonialism are concepts that I'm beginning to see a greater awareness of, primarily due to looking into my own history as a second gen... read full post >>

(I completely forgot to post my blog... better late than never?)The problematic notion of cultural appropriation and colonialism are concepts that I'm beginning to see a greater awareness of, primarily due to looking into my own history as a second gen... read full post >>

(I completely forgot to post my blog... better late than never?)The problematic notion of cultural appropriation and colonialism are concepts that I'm beginning to see a greater awareness of, primarily due to looking into my own history as a second gen... read full post >>

(I completely forgot to post my blog... better late than never?)The problematic notion of cultural appropriation and colonialism are concepts that I'm beginning to see a greater awareness of, primarily due to looking into my own history as a second gen... read full post >>

Another day, another question contributing to the already exceptional ambiguity of the idea of Latin America- now not just where, but also when? I think this weeks video raises an interesting point well before it begins to discuss the impact of Columbus’ arrival in the Americas. Was Latin America only brought into existence by the […] read full post >>

Just found an article online that deals kinda with the same thing. Some members of the Yanomami tribe, near the border of Brazil and Colombia, have been slaughtered by some ruthless, illegal gold miners. http://www.iflscience.com/environment/uncontacte... read full post >>

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The first video I watched was The War on Drugs What I liked: Most of the content was presented through audio and accompanied with photos and maps. This made it easy for me to follow, and it was more enjoyable. … Continue reading → read full post >>