This course examines slavery and its legacies in the Caribbean, with comparative analysis of South America and the United States. Students and faculty members will be in residence in the Caribbean for four weeks, with three weeks in Barbados and one in St. Vincent. The goal of this course is to understand how slavery and race relations have affected -- and continue to affect -- diverse aspects of Caribbean society, including social relations, economies, politics, nationalist movements, and access to natural resources. Students will learn about these issues first hand in classes, on field trips, through individual research projects, and during interactions with local scholars and residents. There are no language requirements or prerequisites, though we strongly encourage students considering the program to take courses related to the Latin American and Caribbean Studies Program.
