Chicano Studies (CS)

A grade of C or better is required for prerequisite courses. 

CS 101  Introduction to Chicano Studies (GT-HI1)  3(3-0)  

Fall, Spring, Summer.
Overview of the historical, political and socio-cultural experience of the Chicano.
Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: None.
(Gen Ed: HS, GT-HI1)

CS 136  (HIST 136)  The Southwest United States (GT-HI1)  3(3-0)  

Fall, Spring.
This course traces the culture and historical development of the southwestern United States, including cultural contributions of the American Indian and Hispanic peoples.
Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: None.
(Gen Ed: HS, GT-HI1)

CS 215  Chicanos & Chicanas in Leadership  3(3-0)  

As Needed.
Survey of outstanding leaders in the Chicano community and movement. Examination of the role and impact of leadership, skills, and strategies for emerging leaders.
Prerequisites: None.
Corequisites: None.
Registration Information: None.

CS 216  Chicano/as in Education  3(3-0)  

As Needed, Spring.
This course examines the importance of an education, the struggle for access to higher education as well as the barriers to education. Students will identify current and future conditions for educational success.
Prerequisites: None.
Corequisites: None.
Registration Information: None.

CS 220  (ENG 220)  Survey of Chicano/a/x Literature (GT-AH2)  3(3-0)  

As Needed.
Survey of contemporary Chicano/a/x literature, including representative genres, historical developments, social contexts, and theoretical frameworks.
Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: None.
(Gen Ed: H, GT-AH2)

CS 230  Chicano: Social & Psychological Study (GT-SS3)  3(3-0)  

Fall.
Social and psychological forces faced in the Chicano community.
Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: None.
(Gen Ed: SS, GT-SS3)

CS 235  Ballet Folklorico  3(1-2)  

As Needed.
The Mexican Folkloric Ballet class is designed with the interest of learning the history and art of an important part of Mexican culture, "Dance."
Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: Repeatable (9).

CS 291  Special Topics  (1-3 V)  

As Needed.
Topics in Chicano studies, identified by student/faculty interest.
Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: Prior work in Chicano studies desirable. Repeatable (99).

CS 303  Chicano Labor History in the United States  3(3-0)  

As Needed.
Chicano experience in the American labor market from 1848 to present.
Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: None.

CS 304  (CW 304, PSYC 304)  Curanderismo & Other Mind-Body Cultural Practices  3(3-0)  

As Needed.
This course explores the connection of mind and body across various cultural traditions and practices. Primary focus upon Mexican/Guatemalan Curanderismo, Peruvian and Mayan cultural practices, and Chinese Meridian theory.
Prerequisites: None.
Corequisites: None.
Registration Information: None.

CS 305  (CW 305, PSYC 305)  Indigenous Community Wellness  3(3-0)  

As Needed.
This course addresses the historical, cultural, and generational trauma of Native peoples of the US Southwest. Primary focus is on Indigenous community approaches to psychological, emotional, physical and spiritual wellness.
Prerequisites: None.
Corequisites: None.
Registration Information: None.

CS 306  (WS 306)  La Chicana  3(3-0)  

Fall, Spring.
A social cultural and historical overview of the Chicana experience and contributions.
Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: None.

CS 325  (SW 325)  Health in the Chicano Community  3(3-0)  

Spring.
Health care traditions and current health care systems in the barrio.
Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: None.

CS 341  (WS 341)  Chicana Writers  3(3-0)  

As Needed.
Survey of Chicana writers from the early 1900s to the present. Along with the literature, aspects of history, sociology and politics will be incorporated.
Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: None.

CS 346  (HIST 346)  History of Mexico  3(3-0)  

Spring, Even.
This course surveys the major political, economic, social and cultural developments of Mexico from pre-Columbian times to the present.
Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: None.

CS 401  (WS 401)  Third World Feminisms  3(3-0)  

As Needed.
This course focuses on Third World women's challenging views of global feminism and feminist representations of other women.
Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: None.

CS 410  Exhibiting Latinx/Chicanx/Indigenous Art  3(3-0)  

As Needed, Fall.
This course will examine what it means to create exhibitions of Latinx/Chicanx/ Indigenous art in museums and galleries. Bridging theory and practice, the course will explore the history of exhibiting Chicanx/Indigenous art.
Prerequisites: None.
Corequisites: None.
Registration Information: None.

CS 420  Voices of Protest  3(3-0)  

Fall, Spring.
This course will highlight the contributions of people of color throughout the history of the United States.
Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: Junior or senior level standing.

CS 485  Capstone  3(3-0)  

As Needed.
Students will develop a project in which they will develop and execute a research assignment related to ethnicity, gender, or diversity.
Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: Senior level standing. Permission of instructor.

CS 489  (HIST 489)  Borderlands  3(3-0)  

Spring, Odd.
History of the Mexican cession to the U.S. from its Indian and Hispanic origins to the present.
Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: None.

CS 491  Special Topics  (1-3 V)  

As Needed.
Topics in Chicano studies, identified by student/faculty interest.
Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: Prior work in Chicano studies desirable. Repeatable (99).

CS 495  Independent Study  (1-3 V)  

Fall, Spring, Summer.
Special topics dealing with the Chicano and society.
Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: Permission of instructor.

CS 498  Internship  (1-3 V)  

Spring.
Practical experience through internships in government, business, and other community organizations.
Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: For students with advanced standing. Permission of instructor.