Chicana/o Studies Minor ~ Overview

The Chicana/o Studies Minor provides you with an interdisciplinary course of study focusing on the experiences of people of Latin American descent in the United States, especially those from Mexico. Courses immerse you within the dynamic fields of Chicana/o Studies and Latina/o Studies, facilitating your acquisition of the critical knowledge and skills necessary to competently serve the diverse populations of our multicultural society and advance the cause of social justice.

Integration with Majors

The Chicana/Chicano Studies Minor complements most majors offered at CSUMB by providing you with in-depth preparation for work with and in the diverse communities of the 21st century.  In nurturing a base of knowledge concerning this distinct population, it prepares you for a wide range of work in service to Chicana/o communities.

Sponsored By

College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences 

Online Components

Some courses are offered in whole or in part online.

Associated Course Codes

HCOM, SBS, SPAN, VPA