Cal State Fullerton’s Chicana and Chicano Studies Department
offers an outstanding interdisciplinary education. Highlights of our
program include the following:
Great Credentials – We have developed a challenging
curriculum that is especially relevant in our growing multicultural
society. Increasingly, public and private employers are recognizing
the need for professionals who can relate to Chicano and other Latino
populations. A number of employers have expressed a sincere interest
in hiring well-rounded individuals with marketable skills, and who
have in-depth knowledge relating to these communities. The Chicana
and Chicano Studies Department takes great pride in preparing graduates
who can fulfill these criteria.
Exciting Classes – Our department offers challenging
coursework that explores: racial politics, history, education, literature,
law and immigration, civil rights, feminism, socio-economics, the Chicana/o
family, art, music and film. Particular emphasis is given to other
Latino cultures in the United States. Students emerge from this challenging
major armed with powerful analytical tools, a strong expertise in subject
matter, and a new found appreciation for the complexity of the Chicana/o
experience. Frequently, our students conduct important research under
the supervision of our superb faculty. Several classes offer
student opportunities to internationalize their educational experience.
Some seminars also provide students with the chance to strengthen local
communities through service-learning internships. Finally, coursework
and learning are continually reinforced through technology-based assignments
that encourage students to hone their computer skills and become internet
savvy.
Outstanding Faculty – Our faculty members are
internationally-recognized scholars that hold doctorate and professional
degrees from prestigious universities, several have won prestigious
grants and fellowships, and all are eager to share their enthusiasm
about the field of Chicana and Chicano studies.
Teaching Credential – Because Chicana/o Studies
is interdisciplinary, the major provides a particularly appropriate
background for elementary school teaching (K-8) and for secondary school
teaching (7-12). Undergraduate majors are encouraged to work closely
with the CSUF Center for Careers in Teaching at (714) 278-7130. Working
closely and collaboratively with the center will help speed majors
towards obtaining their credentials in a straightforward and efficient
manner. With careful planning, it may be possible to enter into the
credential program in a student’s senior year. Postgraduate students
should contact the Admission to Teacher Education Office in the School
of Education at (714) 278-2411 to obtain information on attending an
overview presentation.
Excellent Jobs After Graduation – Our graduates
are very well prepared to excel in a variety of areas.
Many have found rewarding careers as counselors, social
workers, police officers, community organizers, and work in various
local, state and federal agencies. Several alumni have also gone on
to study at prestigious professional schools of business and law, as
well as graduate programs in history, political science, anthropology,
sociology, and ethnic studies. We look forward to having you learn
more about the extraordinary opportunities that await you as a Chicana/o
Studies major at CSU-Fullerton. |
