1-Choose a topic proposal from New Mexico that analyzes a significant development related to Latinos in New Mexico since World War II. This may include a major law, controversy, political or labor figure, social movement, population growth trends, historical event, political debate, primary employer, population source (Mexican, Puerto Rico, Central America, South America) or business or activist group.

2-From a list of some sources (primary or secondary or a combination).

3- Check the digital sources for links to the UWM library that has specific pages on Latinos.

Include the following in your statement:

1. The research question: what aspect of the Latino/a will you study and why is the topic important? Create a research question that can be answered using the sources you have available.

2. Provide a list of sources you will consult.