PSC 278 Special Topics; Latin American Migration to Crawfordsville, Indiana
In this course we investigate national and local migration trends, with a focus on Mexican migration to our town, Crawfordsville, Indiana. We will contribute to an ongoing research project in which we will compile hard data, interviews, and observations on the following 1) national and local trends in Latin American migration to the U.S.; 2) push and pull factors encouraging migration; 3) local political issues arising from this migration; and 4) U.S. immigration policies and their consequences for Latin American migrants.
No prerequisites.
Credits: 1/2
