The Department of Chicano and Latino Studies (CALS) offers students an interdisciplinary curriculum that centers on the experiences of Chicanos and Latinos in many areas of contemporary American society, including politics, education, literature, the arts, and religion. The focus is on gaining greater insight into the relationship between historical, social, political, and ideological circumstances and Latina/o cultures and identities. The major considers the historical and contemporary experiences of Chicanos and Latinos in the United States. Students are free to choose, based on their interests and future career plans, a particular area of emphasis in which to complete their major electives.
Programs and Concentrations
- Bachelor of Arts in Chicano and Latino Studies,
- Interdisciplinary Track
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Teacher Preparation Track, Multiple Subjects Program
- Minor in Chicano and Latino Studies