Humanities
As a discipline, humanities courses examine cultural traditions through an integrative and critical examination of human achievements in art, literature, philosophy, and music. This academic area focuses on the big questions of meaning, ethical and aesthetic value, expression, belief, and the human spirit. Humanities courses satisfy general education requirements for an associate degree, a liberal arts degree in humanities, and lower division transfer. The Honors Program includes one humanities course: HUM 101H Humanities - Prehistory through the Medieval Period - Honors.
Faculty
| Name | Office Room Number | Phone | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Love, Jamie | CI 118 | 626-852-8013 | jlove@citruscollege.edu |
| Lubisich, Senya | CI 125 | 626-857-4106 | slubisich@citruscollege.edu |
Contact Information
- Division
- Social and Behavioral Sciences
- Dean
- Dr. Jack Beckham
- Administrative Secretary
- Gayle Allen
- Division Office
- CI 120
- Division Phone Number
- 626-914-8860
- Discipline Website
- https://www.citruscollege.edu/academics/programs/hum
This discipline prepares students to do the following:
- Use the terminology of logical analysis or other argumentative skills to evaluate cultural geographical arguments, in order to formulate a well-reasoned philosophical thesis, and to demonstrate critical thinking skills.
- Develop tolerance and respect for religious and cultural geographical views different from one’s own by showing awareness of possible objections to one’s own view, using college level vocabulary and proper grammar.
- Read original texts from a wide range of the history of Humanities (either thematic or chronological focus) to become acquainted with the rich variety of religious and cultural traditions, including the literary, philosophic, artistic, and musical disciplines, to show understanding of major philosophical issues appropriate to a transferable course.
HUM 101
Humanities - Prehistory through the Medieval Period
3 Units (AA/AS; Citrus C2; CSU; IGETC 3B; UC; CSUGE C2)
54 lecture hours
Equivalent to: HUM 101H
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Strongly recommended: ENGL 101.
The humanities are approached on four levels: art, music, literature, and philosophy. Includes the beginnings in Egypt, Babylonia, and Greece and proceeds chronologically through the medieval period.
HUM 101H
Humanities - Prehistory through the Medieval Period - Honors
3 Units (AA/AS; Citrus C2; CSU; IGETC 3B; UC; CSUGE C2)
54 lecture hours
Equivalent to: HUM 101
Grade Mode: 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 101.
The humanities are approached on four levels: art, music, literature, and philosophy. Includes the beginnings in Egypt, Babylonia, and Greece and proceeds chronologically through the Medieval period. A critical in-depth reading of several primary sources is conducted in a discussion format.
HUM 102
Humanities from the Renaissance through the 19th Century
3 Units (AA/AS; Citrus C2; CSU; IGETC 3B; UC; CSUGE C2)
54 lecture hours
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Strongly recommended: ENGL 101.
The humanistic studies are approached on five levels: art, history, music, literature, and philosophy. Begins with the European Renaissance and moves to the 19th century period of globalization.
HUM 110
Humanities in the Modern Period
3 Units (AA/AS; Citrus C2; CSU; IGETC 3B; UC; CSUGE C2)
54 lecture hours
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Strongly recommended: ENGL 101.
This course is concerned with critical analysis of the arts and philosophy from the late 19th century to the contemporary period.
HUM 115
Multi-Cultural Mythologies
3 Units (AA/AS; Citrus C2; CSU; IGETC 3B; UC; CSUGE C2)
54 lecture hours
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Strongly recommended: ENGL 101.
An introductory survey course in comparative mythology. Students will read, discuss, and write about basic myths as they have appeared in different civilizations. Basic myths, such as those dealing with creation, earliest times, the flood, tales of love, tales of heroes, journeys to other worlds, and an examination of the concept of myth itself, the theories used to understand myths, and the value of myth in today's society will be explored.
HUM 120
British Civilization
3 Units (AA/AS; Citrus C2; Citrus D1; CSU; IGETC 3B; UC; IGETC 4G; CSUGE C2; CSUGE D7)
54 lecture hours
Equivalent to: HIST 120
Grade Mode: Pass/No Pass, Standard Letter
Strongly recommended: ENGL 101.
An overview of British culture and civilization that considers the history, politics, economics, culture, and social changes that have formed contemporary British society.
HUM 123
Introduction to Peace Studies - Saving Civilization
3 Units (AA/AS; Citrus C2; CSU; IGETC 3B; UC; CSUGE C2)
54 lecture hours
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Strongly recommended: ENGL 101.
An introduction to peace and conflict studies, with an emphasis on war's destructive impact on art, literature, and philosophy. The course examines the meanings and reasons for war, as well as strategies for peace.
HUM 125
Italian Civilization
3 Units (AA/AS; Citrus C2; Citrus D1; CSU; IGETC 3B; UC; IGETC 4; CSUGE C2; CSUGE D)
54 lecture hours
Grade Mode: Pass/No Pass, Standard Letter
Strongly recommended: ENGL 101.
An overview of Italian culture and civilization that considers the historical, political, economic, cultural, and social changes that have formed contemporary Italian society.
HUM 127
Spanish Civilization
3 Units (AA/AS; Citrus C2; Citrus D1; CSU; IGETC 3B; UC; IGETC 4F; CSUGE C2; CSUGE D6; CSUGE D7)
54 lecture hours
Equivalent to: SPAN 127
Grade Mode: Pass/No Pass, Standard Letter
Strongly recommended: ENGL 101.
Spanish Civilization provides an interdisciplinary global understanding of the culture and history of Spain. The course critically analyzes contemporary Spanish society by examining the social and historical traditions and institutions that shape the Spanish way of life in the 20th century.
HUM 129
French Culture and Civilization
3 Units (AA/AS; Citrus C2; Citrus D1; CSU; CSUGE C2)
54 lecture hours
Grade Mode: Pass/No Pass, Standard Letter
Strongly recommended: ENGL 101.
An overview of French culture and civilization which provides an interdisciplinary understanding of the French people, the Francophonie, and their contributions to the world. Guest lectures and weekly field trips to historical sites in and around Paris are part of the teaching process.
HUM 130
Conflict Analysis and Resolution
3 Units (AA/AS; CSU)
54 lecture hours
Grade Mode: Pass/No Pass, Standard Letter
Strongly recommended: ENGL 101.
This course provides a broad overview of the interdisciplinary field of conflict analysis and resolution. Humanistic and social science frameworks for diagnosing, responding to, and managing conflicts are explored. Case studies of social conflicts are used to provide tactics for resolving conflict.
HUM 162
Japanese Culture through Anime and Manga
3 Units (AA/AS; Citrus C2; Citrus D1; CSU; CSUGE C2)
54 lecture hours
Grade Mode: Pass/No Pass, Standard Letter
Strongly recommended: ENGL 101.
This course provides a glimpse into Japanese culture through an investigation of select themes in anime (“Japanese animation”) and/or manga (printed cartoons and graphic novels). Some prominent issues discussed include (1) post-war national trauma and the making of modern Japan, (2) history as a tool in identity formation, and (3) socio-cultural issues in contemporary Japanese society. No knowledge of Japanese language or culture is necessary, and classes are conducted fully in English.