Hispanic Contributions to American Culture Syllabus

The profound and often unattributed contributions of Hispanic Americans to every dimension of American culture — from literature and visual arts to music, science, sports, business, and beyond. Twenty courses. Two hundred forty chapters. University-level content, open to everyone.

20Courses
240Chapters
1,400+Topics

Arts and Literature

Hispanic writers, visual artists, filmmakers, and performers who have shaped American culture.

1 Hispanic Contributions to American Culture: An Overview 12 ch.
  1. The Scope of Hispanic Contributions
  2. Arts and Literature
  3. Music and Dance
  4. Food and Cuisine
  5. Sports and Athletics
  6. Science and Technology
  7. Business and Entrepreneurship
  8. Military Service
  9. Politics and Public Service
  10. Media and Journalism
  11. Education and Academia
  12. The Future of Hispanic Influence
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2 Hispanic American Literary Giants 12 ch.
  1. Early Hispanic Literature in America
  2. The Chicano Literary Movement
  3. Nuyorican Poets and Writers
  4. Sandra Cisneros and Latina Voices
  5. The Cuban American Literary Tradition
  6. Hispanic Poets
  7. Playwrights and Dramatists
  8. Genre Fiction and Popular Writers
  9. Young Adult and Children's Literature
  10. Literary Awards and Recognition
  11. Publishing and Literary Institutions
  12. The Future of Hispanic Literature
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3 Hispanic Visual Artists in America 12 ch.
  1. Early Hispanic Visual Arts in America
  2. The Mexican Muralist Influence
  3. Chicano Art Movement
  4. Contemporary Hispanic Painters
  5. Sculptors and Installation Artists
  6. Printmakers and Graphic Artists
  7. Street Art and Graffiti
  8. Photography
  9. Museums and Galleries
  10. Art Education and Development
  11. The Art Market
  12. The Future of Hispanic Visual Arts
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4 Hispanics in Hollywood: Film and Television 12 ch.
  1. The Early Years of Hispanics in Film
  2. Stereotypes and Misrepresentation
  3. Breakthrough Actors
  4. Hispanic Stars Today
  5. Directors and Filmmakers
  6. Writers and Showrunners
  7. Behind the Camera
  8. Spanish-Language Film in America
  9. Streaming and New Platforms
  10. Representation Studies
  11. Industry Advocacy
  12. The Future of Hispanic Hollywood
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5 Hispanic Theater and Performance 12 ch.
  1. Hispanic Theater Traditions
  2. El Teatro Campesino
  3. Nuyorican Theater
  4. Broadway and Hispanic Performers
  5. Lin-Manuel Miranda and Hamilton
  6. Regional and Community Theater
  7. Comedy and Stand-Up
  8. Dance Theater and Performance Art
  9. Theater Companies and Institutions
  10. Playwrights and New Works
  11. Training and Development
  12. The Future of Hispanic Theater
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Music and Dance

Latin rhythms, crossover artists, and Hispanic dance traditions that have shaped American popular culture.

6 The Latin Sound in American Music 12 ch.
  1. Latin Rhythms Come to America
  2. The Mambo Era
  3. Latin Jazz
  4. The Salsa Revolution
  5. Latin Pop and Crossover
  6. Rock en Espanol and Alternative
  7. Reggaeton and Urban Latino
  8. Country, Folk, and Regional Fusion
  9. Hip-Hop's Latino Roots
  10. The Latin Grammys
  11. The Music Industry
  12. The Future of Latin Music
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7 Hispanic Dance in America 12 ch.
  1. Hispanic Dance Traditions
  2. Salsa: The Dance
  3. Bachata and Merengue
  4. Tango in America
  5. Ballet Folklorico
  6. Flamenco in America
  7. Social Dancing and Dance Halls
  8. Competition and Professional Dance
  9. Dance in Film and Television
  10. Broadway and Concert Dance
  11. Dance Education
  12. The Future of Hispanic Dance
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Food, Architecture, and Design

Hispanic chefs, architectural traditions, and fashion designers who have transformed American aesthetics.

8 Hispanic Chefs and American Cuisine 12 ch.
  1. Hispanic Culinary Traditions in America
  2. Mexican American Cuisine
  3. Caribbean and Central American Flavors
  4. South American Influences
  5. Celebrity Hispanic Chefs
  6. The Restaurant Industry
  7. Fast Food and Casual Dining
  8. Fine Dining and Awards
  9. Food Media and Personalities
  10. The Food Industry Workforce
  11. Food Entrepreneurship
  12. The Future of Hispanic Cuisine
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9 Hispanic Architecture in America 12 ch.
  1. Spanish Colonial Architecture
  2. The California Missions
  3. Adobe and Southwest Traditions
  4. Spanish Colonial Revival
  5. Mediterranean and Mission Style
  6. Hispanic Architects Today
  7. Urban Design and Planning
  8. Residential Architecture
  9. Public Buildings and Monuments
  10. Landscape Architecture
  11. Preservation and Heritage
  12. The Future of Hispanic Architecture
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10 Hispanic Influence on American Fashion 12 ch.
  1. Traditional Dress and American Style
  2. Hispanic Fashion Designers
  3. Oscar de la Renta and Elegance
  4. Carolina Herrera and Sophistication
  5. Street Style and Urban Fashion
  6. Models and the Runway
  7. Celebrity Style and Influence
  8. Quinceañera and Celebration Fashion
  9. Jewelry and Accessories
  10. Beauty and Cosmetics
  11. Fashion Industry Careers
  12. The Future of Hispanic Fashion
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Science and Technology

Hispanic scientists, physicians, and aerospace pioneers advancing American innovation.

11 Hispanic Scientists and Inventors 12 ch.
  1. Hispanic Pioneers in American Science
  2. Physics and Astronomy
  3. Chemistry and Materials Science
  4. Biology and Life Sciences
  5. Engineering and Technology
  6. Computer Science and Information Technology
  7. Mathematics
  8. Environmental and Earth Sciences
  9. Nobel Laureates and Major Awards
  10. Academic Leadership
  11. STEM Education and Pipeline
  12. The Future of Hispanic Science
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12 Hispanic Pioneers in Medicine 12 ch.
  1. Early Hispanic Physicians in America
  2. Breaking Barriers in Medical Education
  3. Pioneering Surgeons
  4. Medical Researchers and Discoverers
  5. Public Health Champions
  6. Specialists and Subspecialists
  7. Nursing and Allied Health
  8. Medical School Leadership
  9. Community Health and Service
  10. Global Health Contributions
  11. Representation in Medicine
  12. The Future of Hispanics in Medicine
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13 Hispanic Americans in Space and Aviation 12 ch.
  1. Hispanic Pioneers in the Sky
  2. World War II and Military Aviation
  3. The First Hispanic Astronauts
  4. Hispanic Astronaut Achievements
  5. Ellen Ochoa: NASA Director
  6. NASA Scientists and Engineers
  7. Commercial Aviation
  8. Aerospace Industry
  9. Air Force and Military Aviation Today
  10. Space Industry and Entrepreneurship
  11. Inspiring the Next Generation
  12. The Future of Hispanics in Space
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Sports

Hispanic athletes who have dominated American sports from boxing to baseball to soccer.

14 Hispanic Athletes in American Sports 12 ch.
  1. Breaking Barriers in American Sports
  2. Boxing Legends
  3. Football's Hispanic Stars
  4. Hispanic Excellence in Soccer
  5. Basketball's Latino Impact
  6. Golf, Tennis, and Individual Sports
  7. Women Athletes Breaking Ground
  8. Coaches and Leadership
  9. Sports Media and Broadcasting
  10. Athletes as Community Leaders
  11. Youth Development and the Pipeline
  12. The Future of Hispanics in Sports
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15 Baseball's Latino Revolution 12 ch.
  1. The Early Latino Pioneers
  2. Roberto Clemente: A Legend
  3. The Dominican Pipeline
  4. Venezuelan Baseball Excellence
  5. Puerto Rico's Baseball Heritage
  6. Cuban Baseball and Defection Stories
  7. Mexican Players and the Border
  8. Latino Stars Today
  9. Managers and Front Offices
  10. Language and Culture in the Clubhouse
  11. Economic Impact
  12. The Future of Latino Baseball
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Business, Military, and Service

Hispanic business leaders, military heroes, and public servants who have built and defended America.

16 Hispanic Business Visionaries 12 ch.
  1. Early Hispanic Business Pioneers
  2. Corporate CEOs and Executives
  3. Tech Industry Innovators
  4. Media and Entertainment Moguls
  5. Food and Beverage Industry Leaders
  6. Finance and Banking
  7. Construction and Real Estate
  8. Retail and Consumer Businesses
  9. Latina Business Leaders
  10. Business Associations and Networks
  11. Access to Capital
  12. The Future of Hispanic Business
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17 Hispanic Military Heroes 12 ch.
  1. Early Hispanic Military Service
  2. World War I Service
  3. World War II: Extraordinary Valor
  4. Korea and Vietnam
  5. Medal of Honor Recipients
  6. Modern Military Service
  7. Leadership and Officers
  8. Women in Uniform
  9. Veterans and the Return Home
  10. Immigration and Military Service
  11. Memorials and Recognition
  12. The Legacy of Service
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18 Hispanic Journalists and Media Trailblazers 12 ch.
  1. Early Hispanic Newspapers
  2. Pioneers of Broadcast News
  3. Spanish-Language Television
  4. Network News Anchors
  5. Investigative Journalists
  6. Print Journalism Today
  7. Radio Voices
  8. Digital and Social Media
  9. Covering the Hispanic Community
  10. Journalism Organizations and Training
  11. Challenges and Press Freedom
  12. The Future of Hispanic Journalism
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19 Hispanic Educators and Academic Leaders 12 ch.
  1. Early Hispanic Educators
  2. The Fight for Equal Education
  3. K-12 Teachers Today
  4. School Principals and Administrators
  5. Superintendents and District Leaders
  6. University Professors
  7. University Presidents
  8. Hispanic-Serving Institutions
  9. Education Policy Leaders
  10. Education Research and Scholarship
  11. Community Educators and Mentors
  12. The Future of Hispanic Educational Leadership
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Language and Culture

How Spanish has enriched the American English language.

20 Spanish Words in American English 12 ch.
  1. The History of Spanish in America
  2. Geographic and Place Names
  3. Food Words
  4. Ranch and Cowboy Culture
  5. Architecture and Building
  6. Weather and Nature
  7. Music and Dance Words
  8. Everyday Expressions
  9. Spanglish and Language Mixing
  10. Regional Variations
  11. Spanish in American Media
  12. The Future of Spanish in English
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