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) (CC)

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) (CC)

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 220  (ENG 220)  Survey of Chicano Literature (GT-AH2)  3(3-0)  

As Needed.
Survey of outstanding contemporary Chicano works. Literature deals with Chicano themes, including analysis of folklore and myth.
Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: None.
(Gen Ed: H, GT-AH2) (CC)

CS 230  (SW 230)  Chicano: Social and 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) (CC)

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 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 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.