Cultural History of Puerto Rico and Puerto Ricans Series ( Feb. 2, 2016 – Feb. 23, 2016 )

Michael Deliz — Sat, 07 Nov 2015 20:05:49 +0000

UPDATE: This course will be postponed for a later date.

During the month of February 2016, I will present a series of lectures at Rollins College in Winter Park, Florida focused on the cultural history of Puerto Rico and its people. The series will be part of the Rollins College Lifelong Learning program for senior citizens.

TITLE: Cultural History of Puerto Rico and Puerto Ricans

PRESENTER: Michael Deliz – Doctoral Candidate, Transatlantic History Ph.D. Program at The University of Texas at Arlington.

DESCRIPTON: Puerto Ricans are Central Florida’s fastest growing demographic and major contributors to the region’s development over the last three decades. This course will utilize music, film, food, and documents to bring to life the story of the island of Puerto Rico, as well as the centuries of cultural and social development of its people.

DATES: Tuesday, February 2, 9, 16, 23 from 9:00am – 10:30am

LOCATION: TBA

Rollins College – Michael Deliz

Cultural History of Puerto Rico and Puerto Ricans Series ( Feb. 2, 2016 – Feb. 23, 2016 )