The Associate of Arts Degree in Chicana/o/x Studies is intended for students wishing to acquire historical, theoretical, and cultural understanding of the Chicana/o/x (Mexican-American) community from the formation of the Chicana/o/x identity up to current issues pertaining to this group. The degree program is particularly relevant to students intending to work and/or interact in environments with high concentrations of Chicana/o/x people and/or those with familial or personal ties to the Mexican- American community. This program is also intended to prepare students interested in transferring to four-year institutions as Chicana/o/x Studies majors.
As a multidisciplinary program, the Chicana/o/x Studies Degree draws upon disciplines encompassing the humanities, language and fine arts, and a number of social sciences. Specifically, issues of politics, identity, and social justice are explored while Chicana/o/x contributions to the artistic, political, economic, and cultural landscape of mainstream U.S. society are examined.
Please contact the Student Success Team for this program if you have any questions.Course | Units | Typically Offered |
1st Semester | ||
CHST 146 - The Mexican American in the History of the United States (RHC GE 6)M | 3.0 | |
CHST 146 - The Mexican American in the History of the United States (3.0 units) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. This interdisciplinary course presents a survey of Mexican/Mexican-American people in the context of U.S. history. The course begins with the U.S. declaration of war on Mexico in 1846 and goes on to examine Mexican-American struggles for integration, liberation, self-determination, and decolonization. This course provides a historical context to understand contemporary issues that impact Chicana/o/x communities. | ||
RHC GE 7a - Fine ArtsGE | 3.0 | |
Note: All honors courses have a prerequisite. Select one: | ||
ENGL C1000 - Academic Reading and Writing (formerly ENGL 101) (RHC GE 1b and 8a)GE | 3.5 | |
ENGL C1000 - Academic Reading and Writing (formerly ENGL 101) (3.5 units) (Formerly ENGL 001A, ENGL 101) Prerequisite:Placement as determined by the college’s multiple measures assessment process. In this course, students receive instruction in academic reading and writing, including writing processes, effective use of language, analytical thinking, and the foundations of academic research. This composition course enables students to generate logical, coherent essays that incorporate sources necessary for academic and professional success. Students become proficient in researching, evaluating, and incorporating sources, and in learning critical reading and thinking skills through expository and persuasive reading selections before applying these skills to creating original documented essays. The writing workshop component of the course is designed to assist students with improving and refining their writing and language skills: Students complete writing workshop activities that enhance their ability to compose logical, well-supported arguments that exhibit grammatical fluency and correct citation styles. Students meet with composition instructors through individual or small group conferences that address students’ specific writing concerns. | ||
RHC GE 3 - Physical EducationGE | 1.0 | |
Select one: KINA or DANC activity course. | ||
RHC GE 8 - Oral Communication and Critical ThinkingGE | 3.0† | |
Notes: Select one: MATH 140, 150, 160, 170, 175, 180, 185, 190, 190H, 191, 250, 251, 260, 270; | ||
Total Semester Units: | 13.5† | |
2nd Semester | ||
CHST 101 - Introduction to Chicana/o/x StudiesM | 3.0 | |
CHST 101 - Introduction to Chicana/o/x Studies (3.0 units) (Formerly CHST 149) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. This introductory course examines social, political, economic, and historical issues as they impact the Chicana/o/x experience in the U.S. Topics include identity, gender, language, race, sexuality, immigration, labor, poverty, and education. This course is designed to acquaint students with the interdisciplinary models and paradigms developed within the field of Chicana/o/x studies. | ||
Select One: CHST 148 / CHST 148H M | 3.0 | |
CHST 148 - La Chicana: Mexican-American Women in Contemporary Society (3.0 units) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. This introductory course explores the intersectional identity formations of Chicana women in the United States. Course themes include an examination of the genesis of the term “Chicana”; the emergence of Chicana feminism; and the intersection of race, gender, class, ethnicity, and sexuality in relation to the formation and study of Chicana identities. This course is interdisciplinary, drawing on methodologies and paradigms from ethnic studies, gender and sexuality studies, queer studies, history, literature, sociology, and popular culture. CHST 148H - La Chicana: Mexican-American Women in Contemporary Society Honors (3.0 units) Prerequisite:ENGL C1000 This introductory course explores the intersectional identity formations of Chicana women in the United States. Course themes include an examination of the genesis of the term “Chicana”; the emergence of Chicana feminism; and the intersection of race, gender, class, ethnicity, and sexuality in relation to the formation and study of Chicana identities. This course is interdisciplinary, drawing on methodologies and paradigms from ethnic studies, gender and sexuality studies, queer studies, history, literature, sociology, and popular culture. This course is intended for students eligible for the Honors Program. | ||
PSY 190 / STAT C1000 / STAT C1000H (RHC GE 2)*GE | 4.0 | |
Notes: While the above course(s) are recommended, students may take any of the following courses to fulfill this requirement: FIN 101, MATH 060, MATH 073, MATH 130/H, MATH 140, MATH 150, MATH 160, MATH 170, MATH 175, MATH 180, MATH 190/H, PSY 190. PSY 190 - Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences (4.0 units) Prerequisite:Enrollment requires appropriate placement (based on high school GPA and/or other measures), or completion of a pre-statistics or an intermediate algebra course. This course provides an overview of the types of statistics that are important in the behavioral sciences. It is designed to teach students majoring in psychology, sociology, political science, and anthropology how to present and interpret experimental data. The course focuses on hypothesis testing and the statistics used to analyze assumptions, with topics including basic probability, measures of central tendency, measures of variance, sampling, and inferential statistics. STAT C1000 - Introduction to Statistics (formerly MATH 130) (4.0 units) (Formerly MATH 012, MATH 130) Advisory:Placement as determined by the college’s multiple measures assessment process or completion of a course taught at or above the level of intermediate algebra. ENGL C1000, READ 101 This course is an introduction to statistical thinking and processes, including methods and concepts for discovery and decision-making using data. Topics include descriptive statistics; probability and sampling distributions; statistical inference; correlation and linear regression; analysis of variance, chi-squared, and t-tests; and application of technology for statistical analysis including the interpretation of the relevance of the statistical findings. Students apply methods and processes to applications using data from a broad range of disciplines. STAT C1000H - Introduction to Statistics - Honors (formerly MATH 130H) (4.0 units) Advisory:Placement as determined by the college’s multiple measures assessment process or completion of a course taught at or above the level of intermediate algebra. READ 101, ENGL C1000 This course is an introduction to statistical thinking and processes, including methods and concepts for discovery and decision-making using data. Topics include descriptive statistics; probability and sampling distributions; statistical inference; correlation and linear regression; analysis of variance, chi-squared, and t-tests; and application of technology for statistical analysis including the interpretation of the relevance of the statistical findings. Students apply methods and processes to applications using data from a broad range of disciplines. This is an honors course. This course is recommended for students intending on participating in the Honors Transfer Program. | ||
RHC GE 4 - American InstitutionsGE | 3.0 | |
Note: All honors courses have a prerequisite. Select one: | ||
Total Semester Units: | 13.0 | |
Summer 1 | ||
RHC GE 3 - Physical EducationGE | 1.0 | |
Select one: KINA or DANC activity course. | ||
ElectiveEL | 3.0 | |
Select any course that is numbered 40 or above. Please see a counselor to discuss course options. | ||
Total Semester Units: | 4.0 | |
3rd Semester | ||
Select one: ART 108 / CHST 150 / EGSS 110 / EGSS 130 / HIST 122 / HIST 131 / HIST 159 / HIST 159H / HIST 167 / HUM 125 / HUM 125H / HUM 130 / LIT 117 / LIT 117H / LIT 149 / LIT 149H / MUS 129 / POLS 150 / SOC 116 M | 3.0 | |
ART 108 - The Art of Mexico (3.0 units) (Formerly ART 003) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. This course is a survey of the art and architecture of Mexico, including PreColumbian, Viceregal (Colonial) and Modern (i.e., art and architecture of the 19th and 20th centuries). Chicano/a/x art will also be examined in relation to its Mexican antecedents. This course is appropriate for all students interested in art and culture and for those seeking to fulfill General Education requirements in Fine Arts and Humanities, as well as all Studio Art and Art History majors. CHST 150 - Chicana/o/x Politics (3.0 units) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. This course examines U.S. history and political issues relevant to the Chicana/o/x and Latina/o/x community. The course provides an overview of demographic changes in the U.S. and examines political activism and political leadership. Students interested in this course may include individuals with familial or personal connections to the Chicana/o/x (Mexican-American) community and/or those intending to work in environments with high concentrations of this population. EGSS 110 - Introduction to Ethnic Studies (3.0 units) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. This course is an introduction to the interdisciplinary study of race and ethnicity in the United States. Focusing on the socioeconomic and political experiences of Black Americans, Native Americans, Asian Americans, and Chicanx/Latinx Americans, the course surveys topics such as colonization, decolonization, racialization, indigeneity, immigration, intersectionality, social justice movements, cultural expression and resistance, and major theories of race and ethnicity. EGSS 130 - Introduction to LGBTQ+ Studies (3.0 units) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. This course is an introduction to Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer Plus (LGBTQ+) Studies, and examines LGBTQ+ Studies as an interdisciplinary field. In particular, the course takes up the influences of history, politics, media, and health care as they relate to the LGBTQ+ community. Throughout this course, students work toward a deeper understanding of the intersectional dynamics of privilege and oppression as significant LGBTQ+ issues. HIST 122 - History of Mexico (3.0 units) (Formerly HIST 011) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. This course examines the cultural, social, and political history of Mexico from pre-Columbian to modern times. The course will cover pre-Columbian Mesoamerica; the Spanish conquest and the colonial period; and the national period, with special emphasis on Mexico’s relations with the United States and its place and role in the world community. It is designed for students interested in understanding Mexico as a nation, and also is recommended for all history and most social science majors. This course is also a restricted elective for the Associate of Arts in History for Transfer (AA-T). HIST 131 - History of the North American Indian (3.0 units) (Formerly HIST 016) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. This course surveys the struggle of Native Americans to maintain their culture in the face of invasion and changing technology. It explores the U.S. government’s Indian policies of removal, pacification, annihilation, and assimilation, and considers issues facing Native Americans today. The course is intended for students who want to understand the role of Native Americans in the historical development of North America and is recommended for all history majors. This course also satisfies a course requirement for the Associate of Arts in History for Transfer (AA-T). HIST 159 - US Comparative History of Mexican and Asian Americans and Women (3.0 units) (Formerly HIST 020B) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. This course surveys the roles selected minorities have played in the historical development of the United States from the earliest times to the present. Emphasis is placed on the history and cultural contributions of Mexican Americans, Asian Americans, and American women. This course is intended for students who want to fulfill the American Institutions requirement for the associate degree (Title 5, Section 40404) and CSU requirements, as well as students want to increase their understanding of the history of minorities in the United States. This course is a restricted elective for the Associate in Arts in History for Transfer. (AA-T). HIST 159H - US Comparative History of Mexican and Asian Americans and Women Honors (3.0 units) Prerequisite: ENGL C1000 This course surveys the roles selected minorities have played in the historical development of the United States from the earliest times to the present. Emphasis is placed on the history and cultural contributions of Mexican Americans, Asian Americans, and American women. This course is intended for students who want to fulfill the American Institutions requirement for the associate degree (Title 5, Section 40404) and CSU requirements, as well as students want to increase their understanding of the history of minorities in the United States. This course is a restricted elective for the Associate in Arts in History for Transfer (AA-T). This course is intended for students who meet Honors Program requirements. HIST 167 - History of California (3.0 units) (Formerly HIST 039) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. This course is an overview of California history from the first aboriginal inhabitants to modern times. The course addresses cultural, political, social, and economic development in the context of history; the development of contemporary institutions; and the historical context of current issues. This course is suitable for students seeking further understanding of California’s past and present, and those preparing for a career in teaching at the elementary level. This course also satisfies a requirement for the Associate in Arts in History for Transfer (AA-T). HUM 125 - Introduction to Mexican Culture (3.0 units) (Formerly HUMAN 125, 002) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. This course provides an interdisciplinary presentation of vital artistic, literary, architectural, musical, political, religious and historical movements within Mexico spanning from Pre-Cortesian to contemporary times. This course is designed for students who wish to further their understanding of major Mexican cultural and historical developments. HUM 125H - Introduction to Mexican Culture Honors (3.0 units) (Formerly HUMAN 125H) Prerequisite: ENGL C1000 This course provides an interdisciplinary presentation of vital artistic, literary, architectural, musical, political, religious and historical movements within Mexico spanning from pre-Cortesian to contemporary times. This course is designed for students who wish to further their understanding of major Mexican cultural and historical developments. This course is intended for those who meet Honors Program Requirements. HUM 130 - Contemporary Mexican-American Culture (3.0 units) (Formerly HUMAN 130, SOCSCI 105) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. This course provides a contemporary interdisciplinary examination of the most vital Mexican-American literary, artistic, musical, theatrical, social, political and historical movements. This course is designed for students who wish to further their understanding of major Mexican-American cultural contributions to contemporary society. LIT 117 - Mexican Literature in Translation (3.0 units) (Formerly LIT 017) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to read college-level texts. This course explores a range of Mexican literature in English translation, with a focus on major literary influences and achievements from the pre-Hispanic era to the twentieth century. Course reading and writing assignments explore indigenous literatures and myths, chronicles of the Spanish conquest, literature of the colonial period, high culture and folklore of the eighteenth century, political and modernist literature of the nineteenth century, and poetry and prose of the twentieth century. This course is designed for students interested in exploring various genres of literature and/or interested in learning more about Mexican cultural expression, and students majoring in Chicano Studies. LIT 117H - Mexican Literature in Translation Honors (3.0 units) Prerequisite: ENGL C1000 This course explores a range of Mexican literature in English translation, with a focus on major literary influences and achievements from the pre-Hispanic era to the twentieth century. Course reading and writing assignments explore indigenous literatures and myths, chronicles of the Spanish conquest, literature of the colonial period, high culture and folklore of the eighteenth century, political and modernist literature of the nineteenth century, and poetry and prose of the twentieth century. This course is designed for students interested in exploring various genres of literature and/or interested in learning more about Mexican cultural expression, and students majoring in Chicano Studies. This course is designed for students eligible for the Honors Program. LIT 149 - Introduction to Chicana/o/x Literature (3.0 units) Prerequisite:ENGL C1000Advisory:It is advised that students be able to read college-level texts. This course explores a range of Chicana/o/x literature, with a focus on major texts from 1848 to the present. Course reading and writing assignments explore major cultural themes, including identity issues. Assigned readings may comprise a variety of forms and genres including essays, poetry, fiction, oral histories, corridos, and autobiography by writers from the Southwest. This course is designed for students interested in exploring various forms genres of literature, learning more about Chicana/o/x cultural expression, and/or majoring in Chicana/o/x Studies. LIT 149H - Introduction to Chicana/o/xLiterature Honors (3.0 units) Prerequisite: ENGL C1000 This course explores a range of Chicana/o/x literature, with a focus on major texts from 1848 to the present. Course reading and writing assignments explore major cultural themes, including identity issues. Assigned readings may comprise a variety of forms and genres including essays, poetry, fiction, oral histories, corridos, and autobiography by writers from the Southwest. This course is designed for students interested in exploring various forms genres of literature, learning more about Chicana/o/x cultural expression, and/or majoring in Chicana/o/x studies. This course is intended for students eligible for the Honors Program. MUS 129 - Music in Latin American Culture (3.0 units) (Formerly MUSIC 129) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college level-texts. This course is a survey course designed for the student seeking an introduction to music in Latin American culture. The course will focus on the diverse musical cultures of South America, Central America, Mexico, Puerto Rico, and the Caribbean. Emphasis will be placed on rhythmic styles and structures, as well as specific social, cultural, and historical backgrounds. POLS 150 - Latinx Politics (3.0 units) (Formerly POLYS 150) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. This course examines the history and contemporary role of Latinx people in the U.S. political system. Much of the course will explore the migration and political activism of the largest Latinx-origin groups: Mexican, Puerto Rican, Cuban, Salvadorean, Dominican, and Guatemalan. The course begins with a review of U.S. demographics and discussion about “Latino” and “Hispanic” as meaningful political terms. Students also learn about the political institutional context in the U.S.; examine the political relationships between Latinx and non-Latinx groups as they relate to political parties, voting coalitions, representation and public policy; and learn how to analyze data on Latinx public opinion, voting behavior, and political attitudes. SOC 116 - Power, Oppression, and Privilege: Race and Ethnic Relations (3.0 units) (Formerly SOC 016) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. This course is designed for students interested in understanding the complexities of multiethnic, multiracial societies. The course presents an overview of the structure and character of racial and ethnic relations in the United States and abroad. Students gain knowledge of the treatment and experiences of a variety of racial and ethnic groups and gain insight into the complex social features of intergroup contact. | ||
Select One: ART 108 / CHST 150 / EGSS 110 / EGSS 130 / HIST 122 / HIST 131 / HIST 159 / HIST 159H / HIST 167 / HUM 125 / HUM 125H / HUM 130 / LIT 117 / LIT 117H / LIT 149 / LIT 149H / MUS 129 / POLS 150 / SOC 116 M | 3.0 | |
ART 108 - The Art of Mexico (3.0 units) (Formerly ART 003) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. This course is a survey of the art and architecture of Mexico, including PreColumbian, Viceregal (Colonial) and Modern (i.e., art and architecture of the 19th and 20th centuries). Chicano/a/x art will also be examined in relation to its Mexican antecedents. This course is appropriate for all students interested in art and culture and for those seeking to fulfill General Education requirements in Fine Arts and Humanities, as well as all Studio Art and Art History majors. CHST 150 - Chicana/o/x Politics (3.0 units) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. This course examines U.S. history and political issues relevant to the Chicana/o/x and Latina/o/x community. The course provides an overview of demographic changes in the U.S. and examines political activism and political leadership. Students interested in this course may include individuals with familial or personal connections to the Chicana/o/x (Mexican-American) community and/or those intending to work in environments with high concentrations of this population. EGSS 110 - Introduction to Ethnic Studies (3.0 units) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. This course is an introduction to the interdisciplinary study of race and ethnicity in the United States. Focusing on the socioeconomic and political experiences of Black Americans, Native Americans, Asian Americans, and Chicanx/Latinx Americans, the course surveys topics such as colonization, decolonization, racialization, indigeneity, immigration, intersectionality, social justice movements, cultural expression and resistance, and major theories of race and ethnicity. EGSS 130 - Introduction to LGBTQ+ Studies (3.0 units) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. This course is an introduction to Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer Plus (LGBTQ+) Studies, and examines LGBTQ+ Studies as an interdisciplinary field. In particular, the course takes up the influences of history, politics, media, and health care as they relate to the LGBTQ+ community. Throughout this course, students work toward a deeper understanding of the intersectional dynamics of privilege and oppression as significant LGBTQ+ issues. HIST 122 - History of Mexico (3.0 units) (Formerly HIST 011) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. This course examines the cultural, social, and political history of Mexico from pre-Columbian to modern times. The course will cover pre-Columbian Mesoamerica; the Spanish conquest and the colonial period; and the national period, with special emphasis on Mexico’s relations with the United States and its place and role in the world community. It is designed for students interested in understanding Mexico as a nation, and also is recommended for all history and most social science majors. This course is also a restricted elective for the Associate of Arts in History for Transfer (AA-T). HIST 131 - History of the North American Indian (3.0 units) (Formerly HIST 016) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. This course surveys the struggle of Native Americans to maintain their culture in the face of invasion and changing technology. It explores the U.S. government’s Indian policies of removal, pacification, annihilation, and assimilation, and considers issues facing Native Americans today. The course is intended for students who want to understand the role of Native Americans in the historical development of North America and is recommended for all history majors. This course also satisfies a course requirement for the Associate of Arts in History for Transfer (AA-T). HIST 159 - US Comparative History of Mexican and Asian Americans and Women (3.0 units) (Formerly HIST 020B) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. This course surveys the roles selected minorities have played in the historical development of the United States from the earliest times to the present. Emphasis is placed on the history and cultural contributions of Mexican Americans, Asian Americans, and American women. This course is intended for students who want to fulfill the American Institutions requirement for the associate degree (Title 5, Section 40404) and CSU requirements, as well as students want to increase their understanding of the history of minorities in the United States. This course is a restricted elective for the Associate in Arts in History for Transfer. (AA-T). HIST 159H - US Comparative History of Mexican and Asian Americans and Women Honors (3.0 units) Prerequisite: ENGL C1000 This course surveys the roles selected minorities have played in the historical development of the United States from the earliest times to the present. Emphasis is placed on the history and cultural contributions of Mexican Americans, Asian Americans, and American women. This course is intended for students who want to fulfill the American Institutions requirement for the associate degree (Title 5, Section 40404) and CSU requirements, as well as students want to increase their understanding of the history of minorities in the United States. This course is a restricted elective for the Associate in Arts in History for Transfer (AA-T). This course is intended for students who meet Honors Program requirements. HIST 167 - History of California (3.0 units) (Formerly HIST 039) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. This course is an overview of California history from the first aboriginal inhabitants to modern times. The course addresses cultural, political, social, and economic development in the context of history; the development of contemporary institutions; and the historical context of current issues. This course is suitable for students seeking further understanding of California’s past and present, and those preparing for a career in teaching at the elementary level. This course also satisfies a requirement for the Associate in Arts in History for Transfer (AA-T). HUM 125 - Introduction to Mexican Culture (3.0 units) (Formerly HUMAN 125, 002) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. This course provides an interdisciplinary presentation of vital artistic, literary, architectural, musical, political, religious and historical movements within Mexico spanning from Pre-Cortesian to contemporary times. This course is designed for students who wish to further their understanding of major Mexican cultural and historical developments. HUM 125H - Introduction to Mexican Culture Honors (3.0 units) (Formerly HUMAN 125H) Prerequisite: ENGL C1000 This course provides an interdisciplinary presentation of vital artistic, literary, architectural, musical, political, religious and historical movements within Mexico spanning from pre-Cortesian to contemporary times. This course is designed for students who wish to further their understanding of major Mexican cultural and historical developments. This course is intended for those who meet Honors Program Requirements. HUM 130 - Contemporary Mexican-American Culture (3.0 units) (Formerly HUMAN 130, SOCSCI 105) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. This course provides a contemporary interdisciplinary examination of the most vital Mexican-American literary, artistic, musical, theatrical, social, political and historical movements. This course is designed for students who wish to further their understanding of major Mexican-American cultural contributions to contemporary society. LIT 117 - Mexican Literature in Translation (3.0 units) (Formerly LIT 017) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to read college-level texts. This course explores a range of Mexican literature in English translation, with a focus on major literary influences and achievements from the pre-Hispanic era to the twentieth century. Course reading and writing assignments explore indigenous literatures and myths, chronicles of the Spanish conquest, literature of the colonial period, high culture and folklore of the eighteenth century, political and modernist literature of the nineteenth century, and poetry and prose of the twentieth century. This course is designed for students interested in exploring various genres of literature and/or interested in learning more about Mexican cultural expression, and students majoring in Chicano Studies. LIT 117H - Mexican Literature in Translation Honors (3.0 units) Prerequisite: ENGL C1000 This course explores a range of Mexican literature in English translation, with a focus on major literary influences and achievements from the pre-Hispanic era to the twentieth century. Course reading and writing assignments explore indigenous literatures and myths, chronicles of the Spanish conquest, literature of the colonial period, high culture and folklore of the eighteenth century, political and modernist literature of the nineteenth century, and poetry and prose of the twentieth century. This course is designed for students interested in exploring various genres of literature and/or interested in learning more about Mexican cultural expression, and students majoring in Chicano Studies. This course is designed for students eligible for the Honors Program. LIT 149 - Introduction to Chicana/o/x Literature (3.0 units) Prerequisite:ENGL C1000Advisory:It is advised that students be able to read college-level texts. This course explores a range of Chicana/o/x literature, with a focus on major texts from 1848 to the present. Course reading and writing assignments explore major cultural themes, including identity issues. Assigned readings may comprise a variety of forms and genres including essays, poetry, fiction, oral histories, corridos, and autobiography by writers from the Southwest. This course is designed for students interested in exploring various forms genres of literature, learning more about Chicana/o/x cultural expression, and/or majoring in Chicana/o/x Studies. LIT 149H - Introduction to Chicana/o/xLiterature Honors (3.0 units) Prerequisite: ENGL C1000 This course explores a range of Chicana/o/x literature, with a focus on major texts from 1848 to the present. Course reading and writing assignments explore major cultural themes, including identity issues. Assigned readings may comprise a variety of forms and genres including essays, poetry, fiction, oral histories, corridos, and autobiography by writers from the Southwest. This course is designed for students interested in exploring various forms genres of literature, learning more about Chicana/o/x cultural expression, and/or majoring in Chicana/o/x studies. This course is intended for students eligible for the Honors Program. MUS 129 - Music in Latin American Culture (3.0 units) (Formerly MUSIC 129) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college level-texts. This course is a survey course designed for the student seeking an introduction to music in Latin American culture. The course will focus on the diverse musical cultures of South America, Central America, Mexico, Puerto Rico, and the Caribbean. Emphasis will be placed on rhythmic styles and structures, as well as specific social, cultural, and historical backgrounds. POLS 150 - Latinx Politics (3.0 units) (Formerly POLYS 150) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. This course examines the history and contemporary role of Latinx people in the U.S. political system. Much of the course will explore the migration and political activism of the largest Latinx-origin groups: Mexican, Puerto Rican, Cuban, Salvadorean, Dominican, and Guatemalan. The course begins with a review of U.S. demographics and discussion about “Latino” and “Hispanic” as meaningful political terms. Students also learn about the political institutional context in the U.S.; examine the political relationships between Latinx and non-Latinx groups as they relate to political parties, voting coalitions, representation and public policy; and learn how to analyze data on Latinx public opinion, voting behavior, and political attitudes. SOC 116 - Power, Oppression, and Privilege: Race and Ethnic Relations (3.0 units) (Formerly SOC 016) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. This course is designed for students interested in understanding the complexities of multiethnic, multiracial societies. The course presents an overview of the structure and character of racial and ethnic relations in the United States and abroad. Students gain knowledge of the treatment and experiences of a variety of racial and ethnic groups and gain insight into the complex social features of intergroup contact. | ||
RHC GE 5 - Natural Sciences with LabGE | 4.0 | |
Note: All honors courses have a prerequisite. Select one Natural Science with Lab: | ||
ElectiveEL | 3.0 | |
Select any course that is numbered 40 or above. Please see a counselor to discuss course options. | ||
ElectiveEL | 3.0 | |
Select any course that is numbered 40 or above. Please see a counselor to discuss course options. | ||
Total Semester Units: | 16.0 | |
4th Semester | ||
Select One: ART 108 / CHST 150 / EGSS 110 / EGSS 130 / HIST 122 / HIST 131 / HIST 159 / HIST 159H / HIST 167 / HUM 125 / HUM 125H / HUM 130 / LIT 117 / LIT 117H / LIT 149 / LIT 149H / MUS 129 / POLS 150 / SOC 116 M | 3.0 | |
ART 108 - The Art of Mexico (3.0 units) (Formerly ART 003) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. This course is a survey of the art and architecture of Mexico, including PreColumbian, Viceregal (Colonial) and Modern (i.e., art and architecture of the 19th and 20th centuries). Chicano/a/x art will also be examined in relation to its Mexican antecedents. This course is appropriate for all students interested in art and culture and for those seeking to fulfill General Education requirements in Fine Arts and Humanities, as well as all Studio Art and Art History majors. CHST 150 - Chicana/o/x Politics (3.0 units) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. This course examines U.S. history and political issues relevant to the Chicana/o/x and Latina/o/x community. The course provides an overview of demographic changes in the U.S. and examines political activism and political leadership. Students interested in this course may include individuals with familial or personal connections to the Chicana/o/x (Mexican-American) community and/or those intending to work in environments with high concentrations of this population. EGSS 110 - Introduction to Ethnic Studies (3.0 units) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. This course is an introduction to the interdisciplinary study of race and ethnicity in the United States. Focusing on the socioeconomic and political experiences of Black Americans, Native Americans, Asian Americans, and Chicanx/Latinx Americans, the course surveys topics such as colonization, decolonization, racialization, indigeneity, immigration, intersectionality, social justice movements, cultural expression and resistance, and major theories of race and ethnicity. EGSS 130 - Introduction to LGBTQ+ Studies (3.0 units) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. This course is an introduction to Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer Plus (LGBTQ+) Studies, and examines LGBTQ+ Studies as an interdisciplinary field. In particular, the course takes up the influences of history, politics, media, and health care as they relate to the LGBTQ+ community. Throughout this course, students work toward a deeper understanding of the intersectional dynamics of privilege and oppression as significant LGBTQ+ issues. HIST 122 - History of Mexico (3.0 units) (Formerly HIST 011) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. This course examines the cultural, social, and political history of Mexico from pre-Columbian to modern times. The course will cover pre-Columbian Mesoamerica; the Spanish conquest and the colonial period; and the national period, with special emphasis on Mexico’s relations with the United States and its place and role in the world community. It is designed for students interested in understanding Mexico as a nation, and also is recommended for all history and most social science majors. This course is also a restricted elective for the Associate of Arts in History for Transfer (AA-T). HIST 131 - History of the North American Indian (3.0 units) (Formerly HIST 016) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. This course surveys the struggle of Native Americans to maintain their culture in the face of invasion and changing technology. It explores the U.S. government’s Indian policies of removal, pacification, annihilation, and assimilation, and considers issues facing Native Americans today. The course is intended for students who want to understand the role of Native Americans in the historical development of North America and is recommended for all history majors. This course also satisfies a course requirement for the Associate of Arts in History for Transfer (AA-T). HIST 159 - US Comparative History of Mexican and Asian Americans and Women (3.0 units) (Formerly HIST 020B) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. This course surveys the roles selected minorities have played in the historical development of the United States from the earliest times to the present. Emphasis is placed on the history and cultural contributions of Mexican Americans, Asian Americans, and American women. This course is intended for students who want to fulfill the American Institutions requirement for the associate degree (Title 5, Section 40404) and CSU requirements, as well as students want to increase their understanding of the history of minorities in the United States. This course is a restricted elective for the Associate in Arts in History for Transfer. (AA-T). HIST 159H - US Comparative History of Mexican and Asian Americans and Women Honors (3.0 units) Prerequisite: ENGL C1000 This course surveys the roles selected minorities have played in the historical development of the United States from the earliest times to the present. Emphasis is placed on the history and cultural contributions of Mexican Americans, Asian Americans, and American women. This course is intended for students who want to fulfill the American Institutions requirement for the associate degree (Title 5, Section 40404) and CSU requirements, as well as students want to increase their understanding of the history of minorities in the United States. This course is a restricted elective for the Associate in Arts in History for Transfer (AA-T). This course is intended for students who meet Honors Program requirements. HIST 167 - History of California (3.0 units) (Formerly HIST 039) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. This course is an overview of California history from the first aboriginal inhabitants to modern times. The course addresses cultural, political, social, and economic development in the context of history; the development of contemporary institutions; and the historical context of current issues. This course is suitable for students seeking further understanding of California’s past and present, and those preparing for a career in teaching at the elementary level. This course also satisfies a requirement for the Associate in Arts in History for Transfer (AA-T). HUM 125 - Introduction to Mexican Culture (3.0 units) (Formerly HUMAN 125, 002) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. This course provides an interdisciplinary presentation of vital artistic, literary, architectural, musical, political, religious and historical movements within Mexico spanning from Pre-Cortesian to contemporary times. This course is designed for students who wish to further their understanding of major Mexican cultural and historical developments. HUM 125H - Introduction to Mexican Culture Honors (3.0 units) (Formerly HUMAN 125H) Prerequisite: ENGL C1000 This course provides an interdisciplinary presentation of vital artistic, literary, architectural, musical, political, religious and historical movements within Mexico spanning from pre-Cortesian to contemporary times. This course is designed for students who wish to further their understanding of major Mexican cultural and historical developments. This course is intended for those who meet Honors Program Requirements. HUM 130 - Contemporary Mexican-American Culture (3.0 units) (Formerly HUMAN 130, SOCSCI 105) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. This course provides a contemporary interdisciplinary examination of the most vital Mexican-American literary, artistic, musical, theatrical, social, political and historical movements. This course is designed for students who wish to further their understanding of major Mexican-American cultural contributions to contemporary society. LIT 117 - Mexican Literature in Translation (3.0 units) (Formerly LIT 017) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to read college-level texts. This course explores a range of Mexican literature in English translation, with a focus on major literary influences and achievements from the pre-Hispanic era to the twentieth century. Course reading and writing assignments explore indigenous literatures and myths, chronicles of the Spanish conquest, literature of the colonial period, high culture and folklore of the eighteenth century, political and modernist literature of the nineteenth century, and poetry and prose of the twentieth century. This course is designed for students interested in exploring various genres of literature and/or interested in learning more about Mexican cultural expression, and students majoring in Chicano Studies. LIT 117H - Mexican Literature in Translation Honors (3.0 units) Prerequisite: ENGL C1000 This course explores a range of Mexican literature in English translation, with a focus on major literary influences and achievements from the pre-Hispanic era to the twentieth century. Course reading and writing assignments explore indigenous literatures and myths, chronicles of the Spanish conquest, literature of the colonial period, high culture and folklore of the eighteenth century, political and modernist literature of the nineteenth century, and poetry and prose of the twentieth century. This course is designed for students interested in exploring various genres of literature and/or interested in learning more about Mexican cultural expression, and students majoring in Chicano Studies. This course is designed for students eligible for the Honors Program. LIT 149 - Introduction to Chicana/o/x Literature (3.0 units) Prerequisite:ENGL C1000Advisory:It is advised that students be able to read college-level texts. This course explores a range of Chicana/o/x literature, with a focus on major texts from 1848 to the present. Course reading and writing assignments explore major cultural themes, including identity issues. Assigned readings may comprise a variety of forms and genres including essays, poetry, fiction, oral histories, corridos, and autobiography by writers from the Southwest. This course is designed for students interested in exploring various forms genres of literature, learning more about Chicana/o/x cultural expression, and/or majoring in Chicana/o/x Studies. LIT 149H - Introduction to Chicana/o/xLiterature Honors (3.0 units) Prerequisite: ENGL C1000 This course explores a range of Chicana/o/x literature, with a focus on major texts from 1848 to the present. Course reading and writing assignments explore major cultural themes, including identity issues. Assigned readings may comprise a variety of forms and genres including essays, poetry, fiction, oral histories, corridos, and autobiography by writers from the Southwest. This course is designed for students interested in exploring various forms genres of literature, learning more about Chicana/o/x cultural expression, and/or majoring in Chicana/o/x studies. This course is intended for students eligible for the Honors Program. MUS 129 - Music in Latin American Culture (3.0 units) (Formerly MUSIC 129) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college level-texts. This course is a survey course designed for the student seeking an introduction to music in Latin American culture. The course will focus on the diverse musical cultures of South America, Central America, Mexico, Puerto Rico, and the Caribbean. Emphasis will be placed on rhythmic styles and structures, as well as specific social, cultural, and historical backgrounds. POLS 150 - Latinx Politics (3.0 units) (Formerly POLYS 150) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. This course examines the history and contemporary role of Latinx people in the U.S. political system. Much of the course will explore the migration and political activism of the largest Latinx-origin groups: Mexican, Puerto Rican, Cuban, Salvadorean, Dominican, and Guatemalan. The course begins with a review of U.S. demographics and discussion about “Latino” and “Hispanic” as meaningful political terms. Students also learn about the political institutional context in the U.S.; examine the political relationships between Latinx and non-Latinx groups as they relate to political parties, voting coalitions, representation and public policy; and learn how to analyze data on Latinx public opinion, voting behavior, and political attitudes. SOC 116 - Power, Oppression, and Privilege: Race and Ethnic Relations (3.0 units) (Formerly SOC 016) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. This course is designed for students interested in understanding the complexities of multiethnic, multiracial societies. The course presents an overview of the structure and character of racial and ethnic relations in the United States and abroad. Students gain knowledge of the treatment and experiences of a variety of racial and ethnic groups and gain insight into the complex social features of intergroup contact. | ||
ElectiveEL | 3.0 | |
Select any course that is numbered 40 or above. Please see a counselor to discuss course options. | ||
ElectiveEL | 3.0 | |
Select any course that is numbered 40 or above. Please see a counselor to discuss course options. | ||
ElectiveEL | 3.0 | |
Select any course that is numbered 40 or above. Please see a counselor to discuss course options. | ||
Select One: Elective EL | 3.0 | |
Select any course that is numbered 40 or above. Please see a counselor to discuss course options. | ||
Total Semester Units: | 15.0 | |
Total Units for Chicana/o/x Studies AA program | 61.5† | |
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M | Major course; course may also meet a general education requirement |
GE | General Education course |
EL | Elective Course |
Course | Units | Typically Offered |
1st Semester | ||
CHST 146 - The Mexican American in the History of the United States (IGETC 3B)M | 3.0 | |
CHST 146 - The Mexican American in the History of the United States (3.0 units) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. This interdisciplinary course presents a survey of Mexican/Mexican-American people in the context of U.S. history. The course begins with the U.S. declaration of war on Mexico in 1846 and goes on to examine Mexican-American struggles for integration, liberation, self-determination, and decolonization. This course provides a historical context to understand contemporary issues that impact Chicana/o/x communities. | ||
Cal-GETC 3a - ArtsGE | 3.0† | |
Notes: Select one: | ||
ENGL C1000 - Academic Reading and Writing (formerly ENGL 101) (IGETC 1A)GE | 3.5 | |
ENGL C1000 - Academic Reading and Writing (formerly ENGL 101) (3.5 units) (Formerly ENGL 001A, ENGL 101) Prerequisite:Placement as determined by the college’s multiple measures assessment process. In this course, students receive instruction in academic reading and writing, including writing processes, effective use of language, analytical thinking, and the foundations of academic research. This composition course enables students to generate logical, coherent essays that incorporate sources necessary for academic and professional success. Students become proficient in researching, evaluating, and incorporating sources, and in learning critical reading and thinking skills through expository and persuasive reading selections before applying these skills to creating original documented essays. The writing workshop component of the course is designed to assist students with improving and refining their writing and language skills: Students complete writing workshop activities that enhance their ability to compose logical, well-supported arguments that exhibit grammatical fluency and correct citation styles. Students meet with composition instructors through individual or small group conferences that address students’ specific writing concerns. | ||
UC/CSU ElectiveEL | 3.0 | |
Select a course that transfers to UC. Please see a counselor to discuss course options. | ||
Total Semester Units: | 12.5† | |
2nd Semester | ||
CHST 101 - Introduction to Chicana/o/x StudiesM | 3.0 | |
CHST 101 - Introduction to Chicana/o/x Studies (3.0 units) (Formerly CHST 149) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. This introductory course examines social, political, economic, and historical issues as they impact the Chicana/o/x experience in the U.S. Topics include identity, gender, language, race, sexuality, immigration, labor, poverty, and education. This course is designed to acquaint students with the interdisciplinary models and paradigms developed within the field of Chicana/o/x studies. | ||
Select one: CHST 148 / CHST 148H (IGETC 4)M | 3.0 | |
CHST 148 - La Chicana: Mexican-American Women in Contemporary Society (3.0 units) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. This introductory course explores the intersectional identity formations of Chicana women in the United States. Course themes include an examination of the genesis of the term “Chicana”; the emergence of Chicana feminism; and the intersection of race, gender, class, ethnicity, and sexuality in relation to the formation and study of Chicana identities. This course is interdisciplinary, drawing on methodologies and paradigms from ethnic studies, gender and sexuality studies, queer studies, history, literature, sociology, and popular culture. CHST 148H - La Chicana: Mexican-American Women in Contemporary Society Honors (3.0 units) Prerequisite:ENGL C1000 This introductory course explores the intersectional identity formations of Chicana women in the United States. Course themes include an examination of the genesis of the term “Chicana”; the emergence of Chicana feminism; and the intersection of race, gender, class, ethnicity, and sexuality in relation to the formation and study of Chicana identities. This course is interdisciplinary, drawing on methodologies and paradigms from ethnic studies, gender and sexuality studies, queer studies, history, literature, sociology, and popular culture. This course is intended for students eligible for the Honors Program. | ||
Select one: PSY 190 / STAT C1000 / STAT C1000H (IGETC 2A)*GE | 4.0 | |
Notes: While the above course(s) are recommended, students may take any of the following courses to fulfill this requirement: MATH 130/H, MATH 150, MATH 160, MATH 170, MATH 180, MATH190/H, PSY 190. PSY 190 - Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences (4.0 units) Prerequisite:Enrollment requires appropriate placement (based on high school GPA and/or other measures), or completion of a pre-statistics or an intermediate algebra course. This course provides an overview of the types of statistics that are important in the behavioral sciences. It is designed to teach students majoring in psychology, sociology, political science, and anthropology how to present and interpret experimental data. The course focuses on hypothesis testing and the statistics used to analyze assumptions, with topics including basic probability, measures of central tendency, measures of variance, sampling, and inferential statistics. STAT C1000 - Introduction to Statistics (formerly MATH 130) (4.0 units) (Formerly MATH 012, MATH 130) Advisory:Placement as determined by the college’s multiple measures assessment process or completion of a course taught at or above the level of intermediate algebra. ENGL C1000, READ 101 This course is an introduction to statistical thinking and processes, including methods and concepts for discovery and decision-making using data. Topics include descriptive statistics; probability and sampling distributions; statistical inference; correlation and linear regression; analysis of variance, chi-squared, and t-tests; and application of technology for statistical analysis including the interpretation of the relevance of the statistical findings. Students apply methods and processes to applications using data from a broad range of disciplines. STAT C1000H - Introduction to Statistics - Honors (formerly MATH 130H) (4.0 units) Advisory:Placement as determined by the college’s multiple measures assessment process or completion of a course taught at or above the level of intermediate algebra. READ 101, ENGL C1000 This course is an introduction to statistical thinking and processes, including methods and concepts for discovery and decision-making using data. Topics include descriptive statistics; probability and sampling distributions; statistical inference; correlation and linear regression; analysis of variance, chi-squared, and t-tests; and application of technology for statistical analysis including the interpretation of the relevance of the statistical findings. Students apply methods and processes to applications using data from a broad range of disciplines. This is an honors course. This course is recommended for students intending on participating in the Honors Transfer Program. | ||
US HISTORY (IGETC 3)GE | 3.0 | |
Note: All honors courses have a prerequisite. All CSU campuses have a graduation requirement in American Institutions. Students may choose one of the following US History courses to partially fulfill this requirement: HIST 143, 143H, 144, 144H, 156, 157, 158, 159, 159H, 170. | ||
Total Semester Units: | 13.0 | |
Summer 1 | ||
Cal-GETC 5a - Physical ScienceGE | 3.0† | |
Notes: Select one: | ||
UC/CSU ElectiveEL | 3.0 | |
Select a course that transfers to UC. Please see a counselor to discuss course options. | ||
Total Semester Units: | 6.0† | |
3rd Semester | ||
Select one: ART 108 / CHST 150 / EGSS 110 / EGSS 130 / HIST 122 / HIST 131 / HIST 159 / HIST 159H / HIST 167 / HUM 125 / HUM 125H / HUM 130 / LIT 117 / LIT 117H / LIT 149 / LIT 149H / MUS 129 / POLS 150 / SOC 116 M | 3.0 | |
ART 108 - The Art of Mexico (3.0 units) (Formerly ART 003) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. This course is a survey of the art and architecture of Mexico, including PreColumbian, Viceregal (Colonial) and Modern (i.e., art and architecture of the 19th and 20th centuries). Chicano/a/x art will also be examined in relation to its Mexican antecedents. This course is appropriate for all students interested in art and culture and for those seeking to fulfill General Education requirements in Fine Arts and Humanities, as well as all Studio Art and Art History majors. CHST 150 - Chicana/o/x Politics (3.0 units) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. This course examines U.S. history and political issues relevant to the Chicana/o/x and Latina/o/x community. The course provides an overview of demographic changes in the U.S. and examines political activism and political leadership. Students interested in this course may include individuals with familial or personal connections to the Chicana/o/x (Mexican-American) community and/or those intending to work in environments with high concentrations of this population. EGSS 110 - Introduction to Ethnic Studies (3.0 units) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. This course is an introduction to the interdisciplinary study of race and ethnicity in the United States. Focusing on the socioeconomic and political experiences of Black Americans, Native Americans, Asian Americans, and Chicanx/Latinx Americans, the course surveys topics such as colonization, decolonization, racialization, indigeneity, immigration, intersectionality, social justice movements, cultural expression and resistance, and major theories of race and ethnicity. EGSS 130 - Introduction to LGBTQ+ Studies (3.0 units) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. This course is an introduction to Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer Plus (LGBTQ+) Studies, and examines LGBTQ+ Studies as an interdisciplinary field. In particular, the course takes up the influences of history, politics, media, and health care as they relate to the LGBTQ+ community. Throughout this course, students work toward a deeper understanding of the intersectional dynamics of privilege and oppression as significant LGBTQ+ issues. HIST 122 - History of Mexico (3.0 units) (Formerly HIST 011) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. This course examines the cultural, social, and political history of Mexico from pre-Columbian to modern times. The course will cover pre-Columbian Mesoamerica; the Spanish conquest and the colonial period; and the national period, with special emphasis on Mexico’s relations with the United States and its place and role in the world community. It is designed for students interested in understanding Mexico as a nation, and also is recommended for all history and most social science majors. This course is also a restricted elective for the Associate of Arts in History for Transfer (AA-T). HIST 131 - History of the North American Indian (3.0 units) (Formerly HIST 016) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. This course surveys the struggle of Native Americans to maintain their culture in the face of invasion and changing technology. It explores the U.S. government’s Indian policies of removal, pacification, annihilation, and assimilation, and considers issues facing Native Americans today. The course is intended for students who want to understand the role of Native Americans in the historical development of North America and is recommended for all history majors. This course also satisfies a course requirement for the Associate of Arts in History for Transfer (AA-T). HIST 159 - US Comparative History of Mexican and Asian Americans and Women (3.0 units) (Formerly HIST 020B) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. This course surveys the roles selected minorities have played in the historical development of the United States from the earliest times to the present. Emphasis is placed on the history and cultural contributions of Mexican Americans, Asian Americans, and American women. This course is intended for students who want to fulfill the American Institutions requirement for the associate degree (Title 5, Section 40404) and CSU requirements, as well as students want to increase their understanding of the history of minorities in the United States. This course is a restricted elective for the Associate in Arts in History for Transfer. (AA-T). HIST 159H - US Comparative History of Mexican and Asian Americans and Women Honors (3.0 units) Prerequisite: ENGL C1000 This course surveys the roles selected minorities have played in the historical development of the United States from the earliest times to the present. Emphasis is placed on the history and cultural contributions of Mexican Americans, Asian Americans, and American women. This course is intended for students who want to fulfill the American Institutions requirement for the associate degree (Title 5, Section 40404) and CSU requirements, as well as students want to increase their understanding of the history of minorities in the United States. This course is a restricted elective for the Associate in Arts in History for Transfer (AA-T). This course is intended for students who meet Honors Program requirements. HIST 167 - History of California (3.0 units) (Formerly HIST 039) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. This course is an overview of California history from the first aboriginal inhabitants to modern times. The course addresses cultural, political, social, and economic development in the context of history; the development of contemporary institutions; and the historical context of current issues. This course is suitable for students seeking further understanding of California’s past and present, and those preparing for a career in teaching at the elementary level. This course also satisfies a requirement for the Associate in Arts in History for Transfer (AA-T). HUM 125 - Introduction to Mexican Culture (3.0 units) (Formerly HUMAN 125, 002) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. This course provides an interdisciplinary presentation of vital artistic, literary, architectural, musical, political, religious and historical movements within Mexico spanning from Pre-Cortesian to contemporary times. This course is designed for students who wish to further their understanding of major Mexican cultural and historical developments. HUM 125H - Introduction to Mexican Culture Honors (3.0 units) (Formerly HUMAN 125H) Prerequisite: ENGL C1000 This course provides an interdisciplinary presentation of vital artistic, literary, architectural, musical, political, religious and historical movements within Mexico spanning from pre-Cortesian to contemporary times. This course is designed for students who wish to further their understanding of major Mexican cultural and historical developments. This course is intended for those who meet Honors Program Requirements. HUM 130 - Contemporary Mexican-American Culture (3.0 units) (Formerly HUMAN 130, SOCSCI 105) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. This course provides a contemporary interdisciplinary examination of the most vital Mexican-American literary, artistic, musical, theatrical, social, political and historical movements. This course is designed for students who wish to further their understanding of major Mexican-American cultural contributions to contemporary society. LIT 117 - Mexican Literature in Translation (3.0 units) (Formerly LIT 017) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to read college-level texts. This course explores a range of Mexican literature in English translation, with a focus on major literary influences and achievements from the pre-Hispanic era to the twentieth century. Course reading and writing assignments explore indigenous literatures and myths, chronicles of the Spanish conquest, literature of the colonial period, high culture and folklore of the eighteenth century, political and modernist literature of the nineteenth century, and poetry and prose of the twentieth century. This course is designed for students interested in exploring various genres of literature and/or interested in learning more about Mexican cultural expression, and students majoring in Chicano Studies. LIT 117H - Mexican Literature in Translation Honors (3.0 units) Prerequisite: ENGL C1000 This course explores a range of Mexican literature in English translation, with a focus on major literary influences and achievements from the pre-Hispanic era to the twentieth century. Course reading and writing assignments explore indigenous literatures and myths, chronicles of the Spanish conquest, literature of the colonial period, high culture and folklore of the eighteenth century, political and modernist literature of the nineteenth century, and poetry and prose of the twentieth century. This course is designed for students interested in exploring various genres of literature and/or interested in learning more about Mexican cultural expression, and students majoring in Chicano Studies. This course is designed for students eligible for the Honors Program. LIT 149 - Introduction to Chicana/o/x Literature (3.0 units) Prerequisite:ENGL C1000Advisory:It is advised that students be able to read college-level texts. This course explores a range of Chicana/o/x literature, with a focus on major texts from 1848 to the present. Course reading and writing assignments explore major cultural themes, including identity issues. Assigned readings may comprise a variety of forms and genres including essays, poetry, fiction, oral histories, corridos, and autobiography by writers from the Southwest. This course is designed for students interested in exploring various forms genres of literature, learning more about Chicana/o/x cultural expression, and/or majoring in Chicana/o/x Studies. LIT 149H - Introduction to Chicana/o/xLiterature Honors (3.0 units) Prerequisite: ENGL C1000 This course explores a range of Chicana/o/x literature, with a focus on major texts from 1848 to the present. Course reading and writing assignments explore major cultural themes, including identity issues. Assigned readings may comprise a variety of forms and genres including essays, poetry, fiction, oral histories, corridos, and autobiography by writers from the Southwest. This course is designed for students interested in exploring various forms genres of literature, learning more about Chicana/o/x cultural expression, and/or majoring in Chicana/o/x studies. This course is intended for students eligible for the Honors Program. MUS 129 - Music in Latin American Culture (3.0 units) (Formerly MUSIC 129) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college level-texts. This course is a survey course designed for the student seeking an introduction to music in Latin American culture. The course will focus on the diverse musical cultures of South America, Central America, Mexico, Puerto Rico, and the Caribbean. Emphasis will be placed on rhythmic styles and structures, as well as specific social, cultural, and historical backgrounds. POLS 150 - Latinx Politics (3.0 units) (Formerly POLYS 150) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. This course examines the history and contemporary role of Latinx people in the U.S. political system. Much of the course will explore the migration and political activism of the largest Latinx-origin groups: Mexican, Puerto Rican, Cuban, Salvadorean, Dominican, and Guatemalan. The course begins with a review of U.S. demographics and discussion about “Latino” and “Hispanic” as meaningful political terms. Students also learn about the political institutional context in the U.S.; examine the political relationships between Latinx and non-Latinx groups as they relate to political parties, voting coalitions, representation and public policy; and learn how to analyze data on Latinx public opinion, voting behavior, and political attitudes. SOC 116 - Power, Oppression, and Privilege: Race and Ethnic Relations (3.0 units) (Formerly SOC 016) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. This course is designed for students interested in understanding the complexities of multiethnic, multiracial societies. The course presents an overview of the structure and character of racial and ethnic relations in the United States and abroad. Students gain knowledge of the treatment and experiences of a variety of racial and ethnic groups and gain insight into the complex social features of intergroup contact. | ||
Select one: ART 108 / CHST 150 / EGSS 110 / EGSS 130 / HIST 122 / HIST 131 / HIST 159 / HIST 159H / HIST 167 / HUM 125 / HUM 125H / HUM 130 / LIT 117 / LIT 117H / LIT 149 / LIT 149H / MUS 129 / POLS 150 / SOC 116 M | 3.0 | |
ART 108 - The Art of Mexico (3.0 units) (Formerly ART 003) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. This course is a survey of the art and architecture of Mexico, including PreColumbian, Viceregal (Colonial) and Modern (i.e., art and architecture of the 19th and 20th centuries). Chicano/a/x art will also be examined in relation to its Mexican antecedents. This course is appropriate for all students interested in art and culture and for those seeking to fulfill General Education requirements in Fine Arts and Humanities, as well as all Studio Art and Art History majors. CHST 150 - Chicana/o/x Politics (3.0 units) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. This course examines U.S. history and political issues relevant to the Chicana/o/x and Latina/o/x community. The course provides an overview of demographic changes in the U.S. and examines political activism and political leadership. Students interested in this course may include individuals with familial or personal connections to the Chicana/o/x (Mexican-American) community and/or those intending to work in environments with high concentrations of this population. EGSS 110 - Introduction to Ethnic Studies (3.0 units) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. This course is an introduction to the interdisciplinary study of race and ethnicity in the United States. Focusing on the socioeconomic and political experiences of Black Americans, Native Americans, Asian Americans, and Chicanx/Latinx Americans, the course surveys topics such as colonization, decolonization, racialization, indigeneity, immigration, intersectionality, social justice movements, cultural expression and resistance, and major theories of race and ethnicity. EGSS 130 - Introduction to LGBTQ+ Studies (3.0 units) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. This course is an introduction to Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer Plus (LGBTQ+) Studies, and examines LGBTQ+ Studies as an interdisciplinary field. In particular, the course takes up the influences of history, politics, media, and health care as they relate to the LGBTQ+ community. Throughout this course, students work toward a deeper understanding of the intersectional dynamics of privilege and oppression as significant LGBTQ+ issues. HIST 122 - History of Mexico (3.0 units) (Formerly HIST 011) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. This course examines the cultural, social, and political history of Mexico from pre-Columbian to modern times. The course will cover pre-Columbian Mesoamerica; the Spanish conquest and the colonial period; and the national period, with special emphasis on Mexico’s relations with the United States and its place and role in the world community. It is designed for students interested in understanding Mexico as a nation, and also is recommended for all history and most social science majors. This course is also a restricted elective for the Associate of Arts in History for Transfer (AA-T). HIST 131 - History of the North American Indian (3.0 units) (Formerly HIST 016) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. This course surveys the struggle of Native Americans to maintain their culture in the face of invasion and changing technology. It explores the U.S. government’s Indian policies of removal, pacification, annihilation, and assimilation, and considers issues facing Native Americans today. The course is intended for students who want to understand the role of Native Americans in the historical development of North America and is recommended for all history majors. This course also satisfies a course requirement for the Associate of Arts in History for Transfer (AA-T). HIST 159 - US Comparative History of Mexican and Asian Americans and Women (3.0 units) (Formerly HIST 020B) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. This course surveys the roles selected minorities have played in the historical development of the United States from the earliest times to the present. Emphasis is placed on the history and cultural contributions of Mexican Americans, Asian Americans, and American women. This course is intended for students who want to fulfill the American Institutions requirement for the associate degree (Title 5, Section 40404) and CSU requirements, as well as students want to increase their understanding of the history of minorities in the United States. This course is a restricted elective for the Associate in Arts in History for Transfer. (AA-T). HIST 159H - US Comparative History of Mexican and Asian Americans and Women Honors (3.0 units) Prerequisite: ENGL C1000 This course surveys the roles selected minorities have played in the historical development of the United States from the earliest times to the present. Emphasis is placed on the history and cultural contributions of Mexican Americans, Asian Americans, and American women. This course is intended for students who want to fulfill the American Institutions requirement for the associate degree (Title 5, Section 40404) and CSU requirements, as well as students want to increase their understanding of the history of minorities in the United States. This course is a restricted elective for the Associate in Arts in History for Transfer (AA-T). This course is intended for students who meet Honors Program requirements. HIST 167 - History of California (3.0 units) (Formerly HIST 039) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. This course is an overview of California history from the first aboriginal inhabitants to modern times. The course addresses cultural, political, social, and economic development in the context of history; the development of contemporary institutions; and the historical context of current issues. This course is suitable for students seeking further understanding of California’s past and present, and those preparing for a career in teaching at the elementary level. This course also satisfies a requirement for the Associate in Arts in History for Transfer (AA-T). HUM 125 - Introduction to Mexican Culture (3.0 units) (Formerly HUMAN 125, 002) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. This course provides an interdisciplinary presentation of vital artistic, literary, architectural, musical, political, religious and historical movements within Mexico spanning from Pre-Cortesian to contemporary times. This course is designed for students who wish to further their understanding of major Mexican cultural and historical developments. HUM 125H - Introduction to Mexican Culture Honors (3.0 units) (Formerly HUMAN 125H) Prerequisite: ENGL C1000 This course provides an interdisciplinary presentation of vital artistic, literary, architectural, musical, political, religious and historical movements within Mexico spanning from pre-Cortesian to contemporary times. This course is designed for students who wish to further their understanding of major Mexican cultural and historical developments. This course is intended for those who meet Honors Program Requirements. HUM 130 - Contemporary Mexican-American Culture (3.0 units) (Formerly HUMAN 130, SOCSCI 105) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. This course provides a contemporary interdisciplinary examination of the most vital Mexican-American literary, artistic, musical, theatrical, social, political and historical movements. This course is designed for students who wish to further their understanding of major Mexican-American cultural contributions to contemporary society. LIT 117 - Mexican Literature in Translation (3.0 units) (Formerly LIT 017) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to read college-level texts. This course explores a range of Mexican literature in English translation, with a focus on major literary influences and achievements from the pre-Hispanic era to the twentieth century. Course reading and writing assignments explore indigenous literatures and myths, chronicles of the Spanish conquest, literature of the colonial period, high culture and folklore of the eighteenth century, political and modernist literature of the nineteenth century, and poetry and prose of the twentieth century. This course is designed for students interested in exploring various genres of literature and/or interested in learning more about Mexican cultural expression, and students majoring in Chicano Studies. LIT 117H - Mexican Literature in Translation Honors (3.0 units) Prerequisite: ENGL C1000 This course explores a range of Mexican literature in English translation, with a focus on major literary influences and achievements from the pre-Hispanic era to the twentieth century. Course reading and writing assignments explore indigenous literatures and myths, chronicles of the Spanish conquest, literature of the colonial period, high culture and folklore of the eighteenth century, political and modernist literature of the nineteenth century, and poetry and prose of the twentieth century. This course is designed for students interested in exploring various genres of literature and/or interested in learning more about Mexican cultural expression, and students majoring in Chicano Studies. This course is designed for students eligible for the Honors Program. LIT 149 - Introduction to Chicana/o/x Literature (3.0 units) Prerequisite:ENGL C1000Advisory:It is advised that students be able to read college-level texts. This course explores a range of Chicana/o/x literature, with a focus on major texts from 1848 to the present. Course reading and writing assignments explore major cultural themes, including identity issues. Assigned readings may comprise a variety of forms and genres including essays, poetry, fiction, oral histories, corridos, and autobiography by writers from the Southwest. This course is designed for students interested in exploring various forms genres of literature, learning more about Chicana/o/x cultural expression, and/or majoring in Chicana/o/x Studies. LIT 149H - Introduction to Chicana/o/xLiterature Honors (3.0 units) Prerequisite: ENGL C1000 This course explores a range of Chicana/o/x literature, with a focus on major texts from 1848 to the present. Course reading and writing assignments explore major cultural themes, including identity issues. Assigned readings may comprise a variety of forms and genres including essays, poetry, fiction, oral histories, corridos, and autobiography by writers from the Southwest. This course is designed for students interested in exploring various forms genres of literature, learning more about Chicana/o/x cultural expression, and/or majoring in Chicana/o/x studies. This course is intended for students eligible for the Honors Program. MUS 129 - Music in Latin American Culture (3.0 units) (Formerly MUSIC 129) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college level-texts. This course is a survey course designed for the student seeking an introduction to music in Latin American culture. The course will focus on the diverse musical cultures of South America, Central America, Mexico, Puerto Rico, and the Caribbean. Emphasis will be placed on rhythmic styles and structures, as well as specific social, cultural, and historical backgrounds. POLS 150 - Latinx Politics (3.0 units) (Formerly POLYS 150) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. This course examines the history and contemporary role of Latinx people in the U.S. political system. Much of the course will explore the migration and political activism of the largest Latinx-origin groups: Mexican, Puerto Rican, Cuban, Salvadorean, Dominican, and Guatemalan. The course begins with a review of U.S. demographics and discussion about “Latino” and “Hispanic” as meaningful political terms. Students also learn about the political institutional context in the U.S.; examine the political relationships between Latinx and non-Latinx groups as they relate to political parties, voting coalitions, representation and public policy; and learn how to analyze data on Latinx public opinion, voting behavior, and political attitudes. SOC 116 - Power, Oppression, and Privilege: Race and Ethnic Relations (3.0 units) (Formerly SOC 016) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. This course is designed for students interested in understanding the complexities of multiethnic, multiracial societies. The course presents an overview of the structure and character of racial and ethnic relations in the United States and abroad. Students gain knowledge of the treatment and experiences of a variety of racial and ethnic groups and gain insight into the complex social features of intergroup contact. | ||
Cal-GETC 5b - Biological ScienceGE | 3.0† | |
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Cal-GETC 5c - LaboratoryGE | 1.0 | |
Select one if lab has not been completed in IGETC 5A or 5B. | ||
Cal-GETC 1b - Critical Thinking and CompositionGE | 3.0† | |
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UC/CSU ElectiveEL | 3.0 | |
Select a course that transfers to UC. Please see a counselor to discuss course options. | ||
Total Semester Units: | 16.0† | |
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Select one: ART 108 / CHST 150 / EGSS 110 / EGSS 130 / HIST 122 / HIST 131 / HIST 159 / HIST 159H / HIST 167 / HUM 125 / HUM 125H / HUM 130 / LIT 117 / LIT 117H / LIT 149 / LIT 149H / MUS 129 / POLS 150 / SOC 116 M | 3.0 | |
ART 108 - The Art of Mexico (3.0 units) (Formerly ART 003) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. This course is a survey of the art and architecture of Mexico, including PreColumbian, Viceregal (Colonial) and Modern (i.e., art and architecture of the 19th and 20th centuries). Chicano/a/x art will also be examined in relation to its Mexican antecedents. This course is appropriate for all students interested in art and culture and for those seeking to fulfill General Education requirements in Fine Arts and Humanities, as well as all Studio Art and Art History majors. CHST 150 - Chicana/o/x Politics (3.0 units) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. This course examines U.S. history and political issues relevant to the Chicana/o/x and Latina/o/x community. The course provides an overview of demographic changes in the U.S. and examines political activism and political leadership. Students interested in this course may include individuals with familial or personal connections to the Chicana/o/x (Mexican-American) community and/or those intending to work in environments with high concentrations of this population. EGSS 110 - Introduction to Ethnic Studies (3.0 units) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. This course is an introduction to the interdisciplinary study of race and ethnicity in the United States. Focusing on the socioeconomic and political experiences of Black Americans, Native Americans, Asian Americans, and Chicanx/Latinx Americans, the course surveys topics such as colonization, decolonization, racialization, indigeneity, immigration, intersectionality, social justice movements, cultural expression and resistance, and major theories of race and ethnicity. EGSS 130 - Introduction to LGBTQ+ Studies (3.0 units) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. This course is an introduction to Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer Plus (LGBTQ+) Studies, and examines LGBTQ+ Studies as an interdisciplinary field. In particular, the course takes up the influences of history, politics, media, and health care as they relate to the LGBTQ+ community. Throughout this course, students work toward a deeper understanding of the intersectional dynamics of privilege and oppression as significant LGBTQ+ issues. HIST 122 - History of Mexico (3.0 units) (Formerly HIST 011) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. This course examines the cultural, social, and political history of Mexico from pre-Columbian to modern times. The course will cover pre-Columbian Mesoamerica; the Spanish conquest and the colonial period; and the national period, with special emphasis on Mexico’s relations with the United States and its place and role in the world community. It is designed for students interested in understanding Mexico as a nation, and also is recommended for all history and most social science majors. This course is also a restricted elective for the Associate of Arts in History for Transfer (AA-T). HIST 131 - History of the North American Indian (3.0 units) (Formerly HIST 016) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. This course surveys the struggle of Native Americans to maintain their culture in the face of invasion and changing technology. It explores the U.S. government’s Indian policies of removal, pacification, annihilation, and assimilation, and considers issues facing Native Americans today. The course is intended for students who want to understand the role of Native Americans in the historical development of North America and is recommended for all history majors. This course also satisfies a course requirement for the Associate of Arts in History for Transfer (AA-T). HIST 159 - US Comparative History of Mexican and Asian Americans and Women (3.0 units) (Formerly HIST 020B) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. This course surveys the roles selected minorities have played in the historical development of the United States from the earliest times to the present. Emphasis is placed on the history and cultural contributions of Mexican Americans, Asian Americans, and American women. This course is intended for students who want to fulfill the American Institutions requirement for the associate degree (Title 5, Section 40404) and CSU requirements, as well as students want to increase their understanding of the history of minorities in the United States. This course is a restricted elective for the Associate in Arts in History for Transfer. (AA-T). HIST 159H - US Comparative History of Mexican and Asian Americans and Women Honors (3.0 units) Prerequisite: ENGL C1000 This course surveys the roles selected minorities have played in the historical development of the United States from the earliest times to the present. Emphasis is placed on the history and cultural contributions of Mexican Americans, Asian Americans, and American women. This course is intended for students who want to fulfill the American Institutions requirement for the associate degree (Title 5, Section 40404) and CSU requirements, as well as students want to increase their understanding of the history of minorities in the United States. This course is a restricted elective for the Associate in Arts in History for Transfer (AA-T). This course is intended for students who meet Honors Program requirements. HIST 167 - History of California (3.0 units) (Formerly HIST 039) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. This course is an overview of California history from the first aboriginal inhabitants to modern times. The course addresses cultural, political, social, and economic development in the context of history; the development of contemporary institutions; and the historical context of current issues. This course is suitable for students seeking further understanding of California’s past and present, and those preparing for a career in teaching at the elementary level. This course also satisfies a requirement for the Associate in Arts in History for Transfer (AA-T). HUM 125 - Introduction to Mexican Culture (3.0 units) (Formerly HUMAN 125, 002) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. This course provides an interdisciplinary presentation of vital artistic, literary, architectural, musical, political, religious and historical movements within Mexico spanning from Pre-Cortesian to contemporary times. This course is designed for students who wish to further their understanding of major Mexican cultural and historical developments. HUM 125H - Introduction to Mexican Culture Honors (3.0 units) (Formerly HUMAN 125H) Prerequisite: ENGL C1000 This course provides an interdisciplinary presentation of vital artistic, literary, architectural, musical, political, religious and historical movements within Mexico spanning from pre-Cortesian to contemporary times. This course is designed for students who wish to further their understanding of major Mexican cultural and historical developments. This course is intended for those who meet Honors Program Requirements. HUM 130 - Contemporary Mexican-American Culture (3.0 units) (Formerly HUMAN 130, SOCSCI 105) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. This course provides a contemporary interdisciplinary examination of the most vital Mexican-American literary, artistic, musical, theatrical, social, political and historical movements. This course is designed for students who wish to further their understanding of major Mexican-American cultural contributions to contemporary society. LIT 117 - Mexican Literature in Translation (3.0 units) (Formerly LIT 017) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to read college-level texts. This course explores a range of Mexican literature in English translation, with a focus on major literary influences and achievements from the pre-Hispanic era to the twentieth century. Course reading and writing assignments explore indigenous literatures and myths, chronicles of the Spanish conquest, literature of the colonial period, high culture and folklore of the eighteenth century, political and modernist literature of the nineteenth century, and poetry and prose of the twentieth century. This course is designed for students interested in exploring various genres of literature and/or interested in learning more about Mexican cultural expression, and students majoring in Chicano Studies. LIT 117H - Mexican Literature in Translation Honors (3.0 units) Prerequisite: ENGL C1000 This course explores a range of Mexican literature in English translation, with a focus on major literary influences and achievements from the pre-Hispanic era to the twentieth century. Course reading and writing assignments explore indigenous literatures and myths, chronicles of the Spanish conquest, literature of the colonial period, high culture and folklore of the eighteenth century, political and modernist literature of the nineteenth century, and poetry and prose of the twentieth century. This course is designed for students interested in exploring various genres of literature and/or interested in learning more about Mexican cultural expression, and students majoring in Chicano Studies. This course is designed for students eligible for the Honors Program. LIT 149 - Introduction to Chicana/o/x Literature (3.0 units) Prerequisite:ENGL C1000Advisory:It is advised that students be able to read college-level texts. This course explores a range of Chicana/o/x literature, with a focus on major texts from 1848 to the present. Course reading and writing assignments explore major cultural themes, including identity issues. Assigned readings may comprise a variety of forms and genres including essays, poetry, fiction, oral histories, corridos, and autobiography by writers from the Southwest. This course is designed for students interested in exploring various forms genres of literature, learning more about Chicana/o/x cultural expression, and/or majoring in Chicana/o/x Studies. LIT 149H - Introduction to Chicana/o/xLiterature Honors (3.0 units) Prerequisite: ENGL C1000 This course explores a range of Chicana/o/x literature, with a focus on major texts from 1848 to the present. Course reading and writing assignments explore major cultural themes, including identity issues. Assigned readings may comprise a variety of forms and genres including essays, poetry, fiction, oral histories, corridos, and autobiography by writers from the Southwest. This course is designed for students interested in exploring various forms genres of literature, learning more about Chicana/o/x cultural expression, and/or majoring in Chicana/o/x studies. This course is intended for students eligible for the Honors Program. MUS 129 - Music in Latin American Culture (3.0 units) (Formerly MUSIC 129) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college level-texts. This course is a survey course designed for the student seeking an introduction to music in Latin American culture. The course will focus on the diverse musical cultures of South America, Central America, Mexico, Puerto Rico, and the Caribbean. Emphasis will be placed on rhythmic styles and structures, as well as specific social, cultural, and historical backgrounds. POLS 150 - Latinx Politics (3.0 units) (Formerly POLYS 150) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. This course examines the history and contemporary role of Latinx people in the U.S. political system. Much of the course will explore the migration and political activism of the largest Latinx-origin groups: Mexican, Puerto Rican, Cuban, Salvadorean, Dominican, and Guatemalan. The course begins with a review of U.S. demographics and discussion about “Latino” and “Hispanic” as meaningful political terms. Students also learn about the political institutional context in the U.S.; examine the political relationships between Latinx and non-Latinx groups as they relate to political parties, voting coalitions, representation and public policy; and learn how to analyze data on Latinx public opinion, voting behavior, and political attitudes. SOC 116 - Power, Oppression, and Privilege: Race and Ethnic Relations (3.0 units) (Formerly SOC 016) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. This course is designed for students interested in understanding the complexities of multiethnic, multiracial societies. The course presents an overview of the structure and character of racial and ethnic relations in the United States and abroad. Students gain knowledge of the treatment and experiences of a variety of racial and ethnic groups and gain insight into the complex social features of intergroup contact. | ||
Cal-GETC 1c - Oral CommunicationGE | 3.0 | |
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Select one: POLS C1000 / POLS C1000H (IGETC 4)GE | 3.0 | |
POLS C1000 - American Government and Politics (formerly POLS 110) (3.0 units) (Formerly POLS 110, 002) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. This course is an introduction to government and politics in the United States and California. Students examine the constitutions, structure, and operation of governing institutions, civil liberties and civil rights, political behaviors, political issues, and public policy using political science theory and methodology. POLS C1000H - American Government and Politics - Honors (formerly POLS 110H) (3.0 units) (Formerly POLYS 110H, POLS 110H) Advisory: ENGL C1000 This is an introduction to government and politics in the United States and California. Students examine the constitutions, structure, and operation of governing institutions, civil liberties and civil rights, political behaviors, and public policy using political science theory and methodology. This is an honors course. | ||
Total Semester Units: | 9.0 | |
Total Units for Chicana/o/x Studies AA program (Transfer to Cal-GETC) | 56.5† | |
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GE | General Education course |
EL | Elective Course |
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Students will (1) define and explain the basic terms and concepts with the field of Chicano/a Studies; (2) identify and analyze at minimum two contemporary issues affecting the Chicano/a//Latinx community.
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