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LALS 290Gen EdUnderstanding the Past

Mexican-American History

Latin American &Latino Studies

3 credit hoursUsually offered: Fall, Spring
Avg GPA
3.21
Easiness
3.10
Total regs
58

Grade Distribution

Spring 2024–Fall 2025 · Percentages use A–F and W outcomes

Avg GPA
3.21
A
59.6%
34
B
19.3%
11
C
10.5%
6
D
8.8%
5
F
1.8%
1
W
0.0%
0
A–F + W
57
Other outcomes
1
All registrations
58

Quick Insights

Avg GPA
3.21
Easiness
3.10
C or better
89.5%
Among A–F outcomes
D or better
98.2%
Among A–F outcomes
Withdrawal rate
0.0%
Among A–F and W outcomes
Most common grade
A
Letter grades only
Outcomes counted
57
A–F and W outcomes

LALS 290 by Professor

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Huerta, Joel
3.08
RMP
4.0
30 reviews
Graded
36
Total regs
37
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The political, social, economic, and cultural development of the Mexican people in the U.S. from colonial times until the present. Course Information: Same as HIST 290 . Class Schedule Information: To be properly registered, students must enroll in one Lecture and one Discussion. UIC GE Past course, and UIC GE US Society course .

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3.08
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