Date of Award

2018

Document Type

Dissertation/Thesis

Submission Date

October 2026

Thesis/Dissertation Advisor [Chair]

Njambi, Wairimũ

Abstract

My thesis looks at the representation of Latinx immigrants in American pop culture, which is often detrimental, perpetuating the idea of evil drug dealers, welfare queens, and simple workers. I will focus on the history of Latinx immigration to the United States, and the sentiments that white people often harbor towards them. I will analyze how Latinx bodies have been viewed throughout the American history, starting with the precolonization period, during colonization, and during the recent immigration to the U.S. I will also look at some of the stereotypes associated with movies about Latinx immigrants. These stereotypes include but are not limited to: the nanny/housekeeper, the sacrificing single mother, the gang member, and the troubled youth. Later I will show examples of how Latinx portray themselves in media. I argue that a community that seeks to dismantle white supremacy and imperialistic practices must take strides to change the way Latinx immigrants are represented.

Comments

Includes bibliography.

Extent

38 p.

Identifier

FAUHT00047

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