Latin-American Studies papers

An in-depth description of the archaelological site of Chicheiza.

A discussion of the importance of this Mayan architectural site in Mexico.

Examines works that illustrate concepts of land ownership, progress, liberty and justice.

Examines the country's social structure as reflected in two books.

Describes each group and its culture.

Discusses the Spanish conquistores. Looks at political leaders of the 19th Century in Argentina, Peru and Venezuela.

Examines U.S. policy toward Cuba.

A description of the history of democracy in Chile and further developmental blocks to a stronger democratic system.

This paper looks at poor government management in Haiti resulting in political unrest and economic downturn which may again result in higher numbers of illegal immigrants.

This paper studies the effect of parental involvement on ethnic minority student achievement.

A look at the history of immigration to the United States and what the future holds.

A history of American Policy and discussion of how America has rapidly grown into a major world power.

An analysis of the rite of passage for ancient and modern Hispanic Catholic girls.

Examining the importance of rain forests to the environment and the tragic impact of their deforestation.

A look at how Hernando Cortez conquered Mexico in 1519 and the drive behind his mission.

The paper shows that Hispanics are the fastest-growing minority in the United States, and currently as a group, Hispanics graduate from high school at significantly lower rates than their white counterparts (Chavez, 2000).

An examination of Zapatistan philosophy and action and their aims to reform the Mexican government.

A discussion of the problem of the increasing dropout rate of Hispanic students and strategies to prevents it.

An analysis of the increasing rate of crime and violence in Mexico.

An analysis of the United States' relationship with Mexico, Nicaragua and Argentina during the first half of the twentieth century.

Examining the birth of feminist movements in South America, with focus on Cuba, Nicaragua and Mexico.

A look at the 1962 Cuban Missile Crisis from a Soviet perspective.

A study of the illness in the journey and exploration of the Americas.

An analysis of the cultural impact the Hispanic community has had on American society.

A how-to paper for women, comparing Japan and Brazil's business ettiquette

A study of the Latin America book by Rita Arditti, "Searching for Life: The Grandmothers of the Plaza de Mayo and the Disappeared Children of Argentina."

A paper which examines the extent to which drug trafficking and terrorism have played a role in Colombia's civil war.

An argument that the term Manifest Destiny coined by President Polk was nothing other than a form of imperialism.

This paper explores the current realationship between the United States and Mexico, focusing on the role of NAFTA (North American Free Trade Agreement).

A focus on the economy and financial institutions of Brazil and Argentina and how they shape South America and Latin America.

An insight into American military action in Panama and Southwest Asia using Bob Woodward's book "The Commander?s".

A sociopolitical critique of the play on Chicano cultural identity in 1943.

Discusses causes and effects, incidence, implications for social work, systems theory and symbolic interactionism.

Argues that the immigration policy should be based on pragmatic, economic grounds and concludes that immigrants are good for the economy.

Discusses the government's efforts to provide more affordable housing in the 1990s, economic environment, investment and construction.

Compares religion, war, social organization and writing.

Examines global background, Western models, telecommunications, impact on economies, role of governments, external debt, reform, goals and politics. Includes charts.

Examines the historical development, political and economic causes and effects, inflation, growth, taxes, role of governmenat, debt and recession.

Examines the historical and cultural causes of female oppression and inequality in work, the home, Church and society.

Reviews this work on early 20th Century Mexican-American culture, immigration, employment and education.

Two essays. The first analyzes Kennedy's decision to use a blockade during the Cuban Missile Crisis. The second examines the historical background and legal questions surrounding the Presidential use of war-making power.

Analysis of the background (Salina's version of a "demand economy"), the results of 'el pacto', education, NAFTA and other issues as they pertain to the debt crisis in Mexico. Examines job impact and small business operations as well.

Discusses the situation of Latin American workers in the United States and Central/Latin American countries. The focus is on social unrest and economic distress.

Compares Democratic and Republican policies, the situation in California, the public's attitude, costs, welfare and alternatives.

Examines the international legal issues of the U.S. kidnapping of the former Panamanian leader and trial on drug charges.

This paper compares the "traditional" and the "non-traditional" society as presented in Maya Deren's book "The Divine Horsemen: The Living Gods of Haiti", focusing on Catholicism vs. Voudoun..

This paper compares the treatment of Mexican-American women in Sandra Cisneros' collection of stories, "Woman Hollering Creek", Arturo Islas' novel "The Rain God", and Cherrie Moraga's non-fiction work "Loving in the War Years": Sexuality, relationships a

This paper analyzes Octavio Paz' views expressed in "The Labyrinth of Solitude" on human nature and character of Mexican nation and people as shaped by poverty, dependence and oppression.

This paper describes the biosocial aspects of coca production and consumption among the indigenous peoples of the Peruvian Andes: Social and cultural evolution of native people, Role of the Spanish conquerors, drug lords and government in their produc

This paper reviews Santiago's "Danny Famous All Over Town" a novel about life and culture in East L.A. barrio and family dynamics.

This paper examines the battles in northern & central Mexico between Mexico and the United States in 1846 and 1847: Leadership, strategy and results.

This paper discusses the roles of women in the 1910 Mexican Revolution: Soldaderas, history, lifestyle, relationship with male soldiers, types, motivation, persecution of and leadership.

This paper evaluates the justification for the American and British interventions in 1965 Dominican Republic and 1983 Grenada: Just vs. unjust wars, legality, leadership, major issues, strategy, public views and opposition.

This paper discusses Televisa, the leading Latin Americam global telecommunications company: Mexican monopolistic TV network, leadership of Emilio Azcarraga, economics, programming and cultural and foreign aspects.

This paper analyzes the "The Bow and the Lyre", by Octavio Paz, a work on nature and power of poetry and its relation to life and politics in Latin America.

This paper discusses the relationship between the Catholic Church and the authoritarian regimes which ruled Argentina and Brazil during the second half of the Twentieth Century: Historical overview, politics, hierarchy, socioeconomics and military.

A look at the history, evolution and functions of the IMF related to Venezuelan economics since 1970s.

An examination of income distribution, transportation, media, labor, trade, balance of payments, debt and NAFTA. With tables.

A examination of discrimination before and during the war including examples of heroism, relations with whites and civilians, segregation, post-war job bias and Chicano calls for reform.

The effects of the trade agreement on Mexican society and the economy, focusing on maquiladoras (border plants) including workers, tariffs, impact on trade with the U.S. border states and ports. With charts.

A review of the work on the lifestyle options of Mexican migrants to the U.S. after the 1910 Revolution. Includes assimilation, cultural identity, marriage and family, education and work.

The evolution of Ameican foreign policy, the role of Secretary of State Seward, the Monroe Doctrine, the execution of Emperor Maximilian and military and political issues.

The significance of the time in Mesoamerican civilization. Includes linear development, agriculture, seasons, calendar and the philosophy of time.

A look at the concepts and practices of bribery of American business people in Latin America including language, traditions, ethics, bureaucracy and the case of Rep. Dan Rostenkowski.

An examination of the evolution in the 20th century including the role of the 1910 Revolution, politics, leadership, reform, unions, strikes, government opposition and the impact of NAFTA.

An analysis of the President's leadership, handling, success/failure and objectives in the 1961 and 1962 crises.

An examination of the motivations, major actors/stakeholders (military, chemical makers, drug cartels, politicians), effects and recommendations.

Examines the 1994 uprising in the context of international conflict resolution theories (realist, structuralist, globalist).

Sociocultural causes & effects of second-class status of women in the home & workplace in two patriarchal nations.

Analyzes the state of the Brazilian economy & assesses its prospects for the future.

Examines causes & effects of post-Allende (1973) economic change & growth.

The people of Brazil are in a very difficult situation because they are an extremely indebted nation. Destruction, and reutilization of the Amazonian rainforest may provide temporary relief, but may have many disastrous effects for the future.

Critical review of work on Guatemalan peasant woman who became an underground resistance leader.

Fluctuations & crises in the evolution toward beginnings of economic liberalization & democratic government. Examined in terms of growth, labor, imports/exports, industrialization, U.S. dominance, military regimes & leftist revolutions.

Effects of global firms on developing countries. Examined in terms of the dependency theory, exploitation, economics, socio-cultural aspects, politics and the environment. Focuses on the example of Mexico.

Examined in terms of developmental theories, human & financial capital, obstacles, public policy, examples (El Salvador, Brazil), economic models, loans, trade, effects of growth, multinationals, non-governmental organizations. Table.

Impact of Spanish invaders on Aztecs & Incas. Examines their cultural background and leadership and looks at issues of plundering, Christianization, depopulation, social & political abuses and economics.

Examines struggle of radical Indian woman as representative of nation's Fourth World suffering under military oppression. Economy, culture and politics.

Critical review of essays on theories & models for transition to democracy.

Development since 1940s, focusing on roles of women, & relationship with Latin Amer. film as reflection of society. Looks at the Golden Age (through 1950s), major films & trends, stars, styles, themes & plots and heroines.

Events in the life of mistress & interpreter of explorer/conqueror Cortes & her effect on Mexican culture.

The life and career of the leader of the farm workers' union.

A look at the history and development of politics in the Latin American context military rule, leadership, parties, ideology, populism and economics.

A look at its leaderships, aims, politics, the U.S. response, labor, military and economics.

A comparison of the cities' foundings, the impact on their countries, population growth, urbanization and demographics.

A look at the role of Spanish Christianity in the conquest of Indian culture.

A look at Cuba's music industry, politics, history, Castro's revolution and its aftermath.

An examination of Mexico's demographics, politics, economics, the North American Free Trade Agreement, pollution, privatization and the role of the U.S.

A look at Chilean politics of the 1960s and 1970s, with a focus on the role of the U.S. in the fall of Allende, economics, Pinochet's military, Marxism, elections and socio-historical issues.

An analysis of the views of the Spanish conquistadors including their role in religion and culture and theories on sacrifice.

Comparison of revolutions in Cuba and Mexico through analysis of events before, during and after the revolutionary periods, examining the U.S. involvement in each revolution.

A critical analysis of this work on the dangers of an aggressive American foreign policy in Mexico.

Focuses on black and Hispanic families, discussing socio-economics, cycle of abuse, causal differences, prevention and treatment.

Analyzes problems and projects into the 21st Century, revolution, economics, politics, drugs, population, emigration and the impact of U.S. relations.

A look at the definition, spread, incidence and the cultural and psychosocial issues affecting Latinos.

An exploration of the Mexican character and identity including masks and symbolism.

A critical review of the rise and fall of the Marxist leader and the impact on the nation's government and society.

From a world view, a look at the relationship of individual to nature including technology, geography, politics, progress, time orientation, socioeconomics, uncertainty avoidance, family unit and religion.

The origins and development through 1960 including the expropriation of foreign companies, production, politics, economics, leadership, unions and pricing.