Ethnic Studies

Ethnic studies is an interdisciplinary study of race and ethnicity in the United States. Courses in ethnic studies critically examine the experiences and perspectives of underrepresented populations within social, cultural and political dynamics such as racism, class, gender, sexuality, education, legal status, migration and globalization. Courses in ethnic studies satisfy general education requirements for the associate degree, the associate degree for transfer in Social Justice Studies, and an associate degree in social sciences with an emphasis in ethnic studies.

Faculty

NameOffice Room NumberPhoneEmail
Lopez Jr., Jose CI 243626-857-4031jlopezjr@citruscollege.edu
Division
Social and Behavioral Sciences
Dean
Dr. Jack Beckham
Administrative Secretary
Gayle Allen
Division Office
CI 120
Division Phone Number
626-914-8860

ETHN 101
Introduction to Ethnic Studies
3 Units (AA/AS; Citrus D1; Citrus D2; CSU; UC; Cal-GETC 4; Cal-GETC 6; CSUGE D; CSUGE F)
54 lecture hours
Equivalent to: ETHN 101H

Grade Mode: Pass/No Pass, Standard Letter

Strongly recommended: ENGL C1000.

This course is a historical and cultural survey of the major ethnic groups and ethnic group relations in the U.S. from the pre-Columbian period to the present.

ETHN 101H
Introduction to Ethnic Studies - Honors
3 Units (AA/AS; Citrus D1; Citrus D2; CSU)
54 lecture hours
Equivalent to: ETHN 101

Grade Mode: Pass/No Pass, Standard Letter

Prerequisite(s): Student must be eligible for the Citrus College Honors Program or obtain a recommendation from an Honors instructor.

Strongly recommended: ENGL C1000.

This course is a historical and cultural survey of the major ethnic groups and ethnic group relations in the U.S. from the pre-Columbian period to the present. Students are expected to work and participate at an honors level which includes strong critical thinking skills, through analysis of readings, presentation and leadership skills demonstrated through class participation/presentation, and service learning in the community.

ETHN 116
Introduction to Chicano/Latino Studies
3 Units (AA/AS; Citrus D1; Citrus D2; CSU; UC; Cal-GETC 4; Cal-GETC 6; CSUGE D; CSUGE F)
54 lecture hours

Grade Mode: Pass/No Pass, Standard Letter

This course is an introductory survey of Chicana/o/x/ and Latina/o/x people in the United States, including their history, identity, and culture. Emphasis is placed on analyzing the complexity and diversity of the culture and identity of the Chicana/o/x people, with focus on race and ethnicity, class, citizenship, gender, sexuality, social class, migration, globalization, politics, region, literature and the arts.

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