Latin-American Studies papers

This paper discusses the status of health care in Venezuela and makes recommendations for improvement.

An overview of the origins and sport of bullfighting in Mexico.

Examines and compares three novels that deal with the problem of dual identity.

An analysis of the Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean (ECLAC).

A review of Isabelle Allende's book, "The House of the Spirits".

A discussion of the pros and cons of allowing legal migration from Mexico into the United States.

An overview of how dependency and Marxist theories have had an effect on the economy of Latin America.

An analysis of civil rights fighter, Cesar Chavez.

This paper discusses the legendary Mexican artist, Frida Kahlo, sometimes called a surrealist painter, Communist, and inspiration for one of the greatest painters of the 20th century, Diego Rivera.

A look at how U.S. immigration policy affects Texas.

Examines the history of immigration to the city of Los Angeles from Mexico.

This paper discusses the architecture of Teotihuacan, one of the largest urban centers of the ancient world.

A look at the international business environment of Mexico.

An analysis of acculturation and assimilation, with a focus on the Latino population.

A discussion of the historic Brown vs. Board of Education decision and how it has failed to achieve its intended purpose.

The common characteristics of the people of Mexico and Guatemala and the role the Maya Indians played in shaping these societies.

An analysis of high school graduation rates among minority groups.

This paper discusses Mexico in 1908, culturally and politically from a business consultant's perspective.

This paper discusses the Argentine presidency of Juan Peron.

This paper discusses two similar Mexican-American youth gangs: The Pachucos of the 1940s and the present day Chicanos.

Reviews T.Coraghessan Boyle's novel about the hardships faced by Mexican immigrant laborers.

A look at California labor laws with respect to Latino immigration.

Essay presenting new insights into the topic of gender and how it affects the Latin American economic development process.

An examination of the Anasazi civilization, which developed and prospered in the Four Corners region between 1 AD and 1300 AD.

An analysis of how the outcome of Chilean General Augusto Pinochet's war crimes court case is not satisfactory to Chilean and human rights activists.

A comparison of how T.R. Clear and Cole's textbook, "American Corrections", Nicholas Pileggi's book "Wiseguy", and the film, "American Me", talk about the racial components of the American criminal justice system.

This paper discusses the history of the music genre, merengue, and its relationship to the Dominican Republic.

Examines the extent of African culture and history on the culture of Haiti.

This paper is a book review and interpretive essay of the Rigoberta Menchu's autobiography, "I, Rigoberta Menchu: An Indian Woman in Guatemala".

An overview of the dependent economy of Latin America.

A comparison of the political and economic situations in Jamaica and Haiti.

A look at problems facing the Latin American music industry and recommendations for addressing these problems.

A review of Patricia Verdugo's book about the reign of terror in Chile under the leadership of Augusto Pinochet.

A look at the on-going process of integration and cooperation between the countries of South America.

An exploration of women's roles in the Sandinista guerrilla movement of the 1960s and 1970s.

A look at the urgent need facing the Latin American music industry to protect it from the threat posed by recent technological advances.

A look at the political and economic development of Guatemala, Honduras, El Salvador, Nicaragua, and Costa Rica.

A research paper examining the effect of the Latin American music industry on national culture.

An overview of the modern history of Central America, starting from the Spanish imperialism of the 16th century.

Explores the environmental, geographical, and societal similarities between the United States and Venezuela.

This paper discusses the geographic, socioeconomic, and cultural differences between Colombia and the United States.

This paper discusses the Mexican Muralist Movement, which followed the Mexican constitution of 1917.

This paper discusses the history of Toussaint L'Ouverture, hero of
Haiti.

Discusses ways to bridge the cultural gaps that exist in American society.

An examination and analysis of Gabriel Garcia Marquez's commentary of traditional honor codes in Latin American society.

A discussion of racial discrimination towards Mexicans living in America.

This paper is an economic analysis and projection for the Argentine Republic.

Provides a review of Argentinian history over the past 20 years.

This paper discusses NAFTA, which established a free-trade zone in North America and was signed in 1992 by Canada, Mexico, and the United States. It took effect on Jan. 1, 1994.

Examines the many roles of women in colonial Latin America.

An analysis of magical realism in Juan Rulfo's novel, "Pedro Peramo".

Examines the portrayal of minority groups in the media.

A discussion of the status of women in the countries of South America.

Examines the early years (1920-1930) of Puerto Rican music in the United States.

This paper discusses the interaction between peoples of the Eastern and Western hemispheres when Columbus discovered the New World and the bi-directional effect on each set of cultures and environmental conditions.

The difference between the economic policies of Chile and Argentina from 1980 to 1990.

Examines the effect of dollarization on Ecuador's economic stability.

An overview of the rule of Juan Peron in Argentina and the legacy of Peronism.

This paper discusses the use of the dollar currency in Ecuador, how it reached this stage, and how it affects the economy.

By examining various events in recent history, this paper looks at whether the relationship between the U.S. and Latin America is a healthy relationship.

Looks at the rise and decline of the popularity of and demand for Latin American music.

This paper discusses the meaning of revolution in Latin America as presented by several sources.

Research proposal for a paper that will look at how international aid can help relieve Paraguay's economic problems.

An examination of how acculturation and transculturation affect societies, focusing on Mexico, Brazil, Bolivia, and the Dominican Republic.

A biography of the life and work of the African-Brazilian social rights activist, Benedita da Silva.

Discusses and compares these two famous Argentinian characters.

Examines the history of the Mayan civilization and its ultimate downfall.

Presents an argument that the Incas were conquered by the Spanish.

This paper discusses the continued abandonment of common Mexican citizens and their increased disillusionment with the government and the economy.

A response to the World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS) action plan regarding Latin America.

An examination of Bonfil Batalla's "Mexico Profundo: Reclaiming a Civilization" in relation to issues of gender and power in Mexico.

Examines subconscious racism in American society and how it affects the integration of immigrants.

A paper on the issue of terrorism and Nicaragua and its relationship with the U.S.

An examination of the ancient civilization of Mesoamerica known as the Olmec civilization.

A comparison of the regimes of Juan Domingo Peron of Argentina and Getulio Vargas of Brazil in terms of policies and issues.

An overview of the attitudes and stigma affecting homosexual Latinos.

A discussion of whether the imposition of Spanish colonialism in Mesoamerica and the Andes involved a complete transformation of native forms of communication and recordkeeping.

This paper explores the economic and professional performance of Mexican-Americans and Chinese-Americans.

This paper discusses the problem of water consumption in Mexico and the human right to water.

This paper discusses the water situation in the world, with an emphasis on Mexico.

Argues that illegal workers in the United States should receive public health benefits.

A discussion and analysis of Gabriel Garcia Marquez's novel.

A summary of the issues raised by Guatemala at the recent World Trade Organization meeting in Cancun.

A summary and review of Dr. Nilda Chong's book, which is aimed at assisting the medical field to understand its Latin American patients.

An examination of the life and work of Cecilia Grierson, one of the first women to study medicine in Argentina.

This paper examines Venezuelan security policy as it applies to the protection and distribution of Venezuelan oil.

An examination of the opportunities for professional women in Mexico.

A review of Jose Marti's article, "Nuestra America".

An overview of the country of Argentina.

This paper compares and contrasts the religious beliefs and practices of native societies in the Andes and Mesoamerica after the establishment of colonialism.

Looks at the relations between the U.S. and Latin America from the time of the Cold War.

Presented as a report to help fund projects for the homeless children in Paraguay.

Examines issues of love and separation in Ana Castillo's novel.

An overview of the issues caused by a struggling economy, deforestation, and the illicit drug trade in Peru.

Reviews this book on the Argentinian leader edited by Joseph R. Barager.

Examines the effects of discrimination in Claudio's "Becoming Myself" and Studs Terkel's "Roberta Acuna, Migrant Farm Worker".

A discussion of the events in Chile's past that have led to the suppression of memories.

Provides an in-depth look at the Hispanic population of the State of Alabama, focusing on health issues.

Presents an analysis of social and educational trends of Hispanic Americans in WWII.

Looks at at-large elections and other factors that could help boost minority representation in city government.