Ethnic Studies
Ethnic studies, in the United States, is the interdisciplinary study of difference—chiefly
race, ethnicity, and nation, but also sexuality, gender, and other such markings—and
power, as expressed by the state, by civil society, and by individuals. Its origin
comes before the civil rights era, as early as the 1900s. During this time, educator
and historian W. E. B. Du Bois expressed the need for teaching black history.
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Alexis Gray
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Quinton Bemiller
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Debbie Karrer
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Eileen Cechini
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Kiandra Jimenez
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Nancy Quiñones
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Academic Programs in Ethnic Studies
The academic maps below will give you an idea of the classes you need to take. However,
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- School Trailhead for Social & Behavioral Sciences Suggested Initial Coursework -
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- Associate of Arts (AA) Degree - Area of Emphasis (AOE) in Social & Behavioral Sciences
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- Political Science for Transfer (ADT) - Pathways for Transfer to a CSU or UC School - MAP
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- What can I do with this major? (Political Science and Government) - INFO
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who would like to transfer to a campus in the California State University (CSU) system
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- Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) Requirements (PLAN C) For students who would like to transfer to a campus in either the California State University (CSU) or University of California (UC) system - INFO
Career Options
An ethnic studies degree provides an educational background in various cultures and helps a person understand the importance of diversity. This knowledge can be applicable in many careers and this degree programs helps professionals develop transferable skills such as research, analytical and interpersonal skills. Career options for students who get a degree in ethnic studies include: teacher, lawyer, writer, paralegal, editor, curator, grant writer, administrative analyst, rehabilitation specialist, and probation officer.
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“I want to become a child advocacy lawyer, and maybe down the line, become a law professor. I just really want to help people,“ Lailah said. “I've always wanted to do that, and I know that the best chance that me being able to help people is to get a good education and give me more power in order to help them effectively.“
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