Course Title & Course/Section Numbers

Eth 030 Chicana/o Culture

Units
3.0 units

Term
Spring 2021
Class Meeting Dates
Jan. 25, 2021 – May 21,2020

Class Days/Times
Monday thru Thursday

Class Location
Online

Instructor
Professor Arturo Villarreal

Contact Information
Phone: (408) 274-7900
Email: Arturo.villarreal@evc.edu

Office Hours and Location

By appointment

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Course Catalog Description
This is a survey course designed to study the development of Mexican and
Chicana/o culture in Mexico, the U.S. Southwest and beyond. Emphasis will
be placed on the cultural history as well as the socio-psychological aspects in
the study of the Mexican. Specific areas of interest in the course include
analysis of the concept of culture (its essential elements) and its application
to the Mexican and Chicano community. Other areas of interest include the
Pre-Columbian period, the religions and philosophies, Chicana/o art,
language, music, folklore, and lifestyles of the Chicana/o.

Course Pre-requisites, Co-requisites or Advisories

 Prerequisite: None
 Advisory: ENG 001A
 Limitation on enrollment: None

Student Learning Outcomes

1.  Compare and contrast traditional Eurocentric and alternative social
science perspectives of Mexican/Chicana/o culture and history.

2.  Analyze the cultural and social factors which have generated such diverse
appellations in the Mexican community as Spanish Americans, Latina/o,
Chicana/o, Hispanic, Mexican American, and other labels and what they
reveal about cultural change and continuity.

3.  Describe and evaluate the reliability of major Integration theories (Anglo

conformity, cultural pluralism, and melting pot) for their interpretation of
the Mexican cultural experiences.

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4.  Compare and contrast the relationship between the dominant American
culture and Chicana/o culture.

5.  Describe and define the historic “cause and effect” relationship of racism,
stereotyping, prejudice as well as structural barriers to socio-economic
advancement into mainstream society.

6.  Analyze the significance of major contributions in oral literature, art,

murals, music, dance and theatre in the transmission of Mexican
customs, traditions, values, and group identity.

Required Materials
 From Indians to Chicanos: The Dynamics of Mexican American Culture
by James Diego Vigil
 Drink Cultura by Jose Antonio Burciaga

Graded Components
Quiz I
Quiz II
Life History Paper
Final Exam

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Grade Weights or Point System
 Quiz I: 25%
 Quiz II: 25%
 Life History: 25%
 Final Exam: 25 %

 F = 59%- below
 D = 60% - 69%
 C = 70% - 79%
 B = 80% - 89%
 A = 90% - 100%

Instructor Drop Policy

The instructor does not drop students. It is a student’s responsibility to
drop this course if needed.

Academic Integrity
In accordance with EVC’s Student Code of Conduct, cheating and
plagiarism will not be tolerated. Incidents of cheating and/or plagiarism
will result in a failing grade on the work and a report filed with the Office
of Student Life.

Classroom Conduct
 Be on time for class.
 All cell phones must be turned off during class.
 Be respectful of other class members.
 All assignments must be appropriate for the entire class.
 All assignments should be the original work of the student.

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  No assignments should be recycled from other classes.

Disabled Students Programs and Services

EVC views disability as an important aspect of diversity, and is committed
to providing equitable access to learning opportunities for all students.
Disabilities Support Program (DSP) is the office that collaborates with
students with disabilities to provide reasonable accommodations. Please
contact the DSP&S office at (408) 270-6447, or the Program
Assistant/Main Contact, Margaret Faumui at Margaret.faumui@evc.edu,
or visit the Student Services Building, SC-120 for more information. Once
registered with DSP&S, students will be provided with a DSP&S Faculty
Notification Letter that can be shared with faculty.

Veteran Students
Welcome Veterans! If you have any special circumstances (e.g., VA
appointment, upcoming deployments, drill requirements, or disabilities),
you are welcome and encouraged to communicate these, in advance if
possible, to the instructor.

International Students

Studying Public Speaking in a foreign language is challenging. Therefore,

all international students may use official translators during exams. Cell
phones cannot be used as translators. Also, if you have any questions
about definitions or content please see me after class, come to my office
hours, or make an appointment to talk to me.

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Additional Student Resources
· Library Services, Tutoring and Counseling can all be accessed through
your student access to the EVC Canvas.

Important Dates:
 Feb. 25th: Test 1
 April 1st: Test 2
 April 26th: Life History due
 May 20th: Final Exam

Tentative Lecture and Assignment Schedule

All lectures and assignments may be modified at the instructor’s discretion.

WEEK TOPIC READINGS & VIDEOS

Week 1 Intro. To Course Syllabus

1/25-1/28 Pre- Columbian Period Vigil: Ch. 1

Week 2 Pre-Columbian Period Vigil: Ch. 2

2/1-2/4 Burciaga: The Joy of
Jalapenos
Burciaga:
A Magazine for
the Dead

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Week 3 Conquest/Colonial Period Vigil: Ch. 3&4
2/8-2/11

Week 4 Colonial Period Video: Blacks in Mexico

2/15-2/18

Week 5 Test I
2/22-2/25

Week 6 Independence Vigil: Ch.5

3/1-3/4

Week 7 Mexican American War Vigil: Ch.7

3/8-3/11 Buricaga: Tiburcio
Vasquez

Week 8 French Invasion/ Vigil: Ch. 7

3/15-3/18 Cinco de Mayo Burciaga: Reasons to
Celebrate 5 de
Mayo

Week 9 Mexican Revolution/ Vigil: Ch.8

3/22-3/25 Mexican Mural Renaissance

Week 10 Test II
3/29-4/1

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Week 11 Spring Break

4/5-4/8

Week 12 Migration (1910-1950) Vigil: Ch.8

4/12-4/15 Zoot Suit Riots/ Video: Zoot Suit
Pachucos Riots

Week 13 Chicano Movement Vigil: Ch.9

4/19-4/22 Burciaga: Last Supper
Of Chicano Heroes
Week 14 Life History Due
4/26-4/29

Week 15 Chicano Movement Videos:

5/3-5/6 Taking Back the
Schools Schools.
Chicano Wave.

Week 16 From 60’s to the present Vigil: Ch.10

5/10-5/13
.

Week 17 Finals
5/17-5/20

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*NOTE-Syllabus may be modified throughout the semester.

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