This course examines Latin America’s poetics through its literature of the 20th and 21st centuries. Special attention will be paid to both narrative (short story) and poetry genres, as well as to mythic, artistic, historical and social-political aspects of Latin America. The extensive use of cultural materials including art, films, pictures and music will aid in the comprehension an analysis of the readings. This is a digital liberal arts project oriented course and requires teamwork participation. Prerequisite: Any three of SPAN 226, 250, 310, or 350 or permission of instructor. Group III Diversity