BA: Chicano/a Studies 2022-2023

As a Chicana/o Studies major at California State University Channel Islands (CSUCI), you'll receive an international, multicultural, interdisciplinary and community service-oriented education focused on you – one that prepares you for success as a global citizen in the 21st century.

Visit the program website: https://chicanostudies.csuci.edu/
Review the Chicano/a Studies Major Requirements

Two Year Academic Roadmap

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  • Fall Junior

    Course AreaCourse NumberCourse TitleUnitsNotesRequirements MetGE Categories
    CHS331Transborder Theory and Writing in CHS3Major & GWAR
    CHS/UDGE335, or

    Major
    Elective    		Chicana Feminism, or
    Non-CHS Upper Division Elective    		3Major requires CHS 335 or 320.

    CHS 320 is only offered in the spring, so if student plans to take CHS 320 in spring, this section switches to Non-CHS Upper Division Elective (see major section in catalog for course options)    		Major & GEUDGE D
    CHSCHS 350, or

    Major
    Elective    		Chicana/o History and Culture, or
    Non-CHS Upper Division Elective    		3If student has not met US History requirement, take CHS 350.

    Major requires either CHS 350 of 402. CHS 402 is only offered in spring, so if student wants to take CHS 402 in spring, this section switches to Non-CHS Upper Division Elective (see major section in catalog for course options)    		Major & GEAIR: US History
    CHS/UDGEStudent's ChoiceCHS Art and Culture Course3Course options include: CHS 333, 352, or 353Major & GEUDGE C
    Free ElectiveStudent's ChoiceStudent Choice3ADD ANY LOWER DIVISION REQUIREMENT STILL MISSING.

    Needed for 120 Unit Requirement - Can be any class, any major, any level 100-299 or 100-499 that you have not earned previous credit for.    		Other

    Total Units

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    Milestones

    • Two year plan assumes Lower Division (LD) Major courses have been completed. If any LD courses remains incomplete, take these courses as soon as possible.
    • Schedule an appointment with an Academic Advisor in the Academic Advising Center
    • Attend Major Fair (First Week of October)
    • Seek a leadership position in a student organization
    • Meet w/Career Development Services
    • Apply for internships, study abroad, or a research opportunity (depending on interests)
    • Meet w/Graduate Studies Center

    Spring Junior

    Course AreaCourse NumberCourse TitleUnitsNotesRequirements MetGE Categories
    CHS320, or

    Major
    Elective    		Gender & Sexuality, or

    Non-CHS Upper
    Division Elective    		3If student took CHS 335 in the fall, this section switches to Non-CHS Upper Division Elective (see major section in catalog for course options)Major & GEUDGE D
    CHSCHS 402, or

    Major
    Elective    		Southern CA
    Chicano/a History, or

    Non-CHS Upper
    Division Elective    		3If student took CHS 350 in the fall, this section switches to a Non-CHS Upper Division Elective (see major section in catalog for course options)Major
    CHS/UDGEStudent's ChoiceCHS Transborder Issues
    Elective (1 of 2)    		3Course Options: CHS 315 or 334 (either course will double dip with UDGE C as well)
    See catalog for course titles and descriptions    		Major & GEUDGE C
    CHSStudent's ChoiceCHS Latin American Studies Course3One from the following Course Options: ANTH 361, CHS 370, HIST 360, HIST 361, SPAN 340, or SPAN 411
    See catalog for course titles and descriptions    		Major
    UDGEStudent's ChoiceUDGE B - Scientific Inquiry and Quantitative Reasoning3See catalog for course titles & descriptions.GEUDGE B

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    Milestones

    • Two year plan assumes Lower Division (LD) Major courses have been completed. If any LD courses remains incomplete, take these courses as soon as possible.
    • Meet w/Graduate Studies Center
    • Meet w/Career Development Services
    • Explore student research opportunities, Explore Study Abroad opportunities, Explore possible graduate degrees (MPA, law school, etc.)
    • Begin graduate school test prep (if applicable)
    • Making an Impact Club (if applicable) and/or attend Career Fest
    • Set up an online presence (e.g., LinkedIn, professional website)

  • Fall Senior

    Course AreaCourse NumberCourse TitleUnitsNotesRequirements MetGE Categories
    CHS491Theoretical Foundations in CHS3Major
    CHSStudent's ChoiceCHS Transborder Issues Elective (2 of 2)3One from the following Course Options (not previously taken): CHS 315, 334, 342, 343, 349, 364, 383, 392, 401, 425, 445, or substitute any upper division course as approved by CHS Faculty AdvisorMajor
    CHSCHS 492, or

    Free Elective    		Internship3Major requires CHS 492 or 499.

    CHS 499 is only offered in Spring, so if student plans to take CHS 499 in spring, this sections switches to a free elective course.

    Free Electives can be any course, from any major, any level 100-499 that you have never taken before
    POLS150American Political Institutions3If US Constitution/State & Local Gov't has been met, then take Free Elective.OtherAIR: CA Local & State Govt
    Free ElectiveStudent's ChoiceFree Elective3Needed for 120-unit requirement. Can be any course, from any major, any level 100-299 or 100-499 that you have not earned previous credit forOther

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    Milestones

    • Apply for Graduation (Priority deadline – October 1st)
    • Meet w/Academic Advisor for Grad Check
    • Present research at the CSUCI Student Research Conference or another undergraduate conference
    • complete an Internship, visit the Career Center to prepare for the job market
    • Meet w/Graduate Studies Center and Apply for graduate school (if applicable)

    Spring Senior

    Course AreaCourse NumberCourse TitleUnitsNotesRequirements MetGE Categories
    CHS430Research Methods in CHS3Major
    CHS499, or

    Free Elective    		Capstone3If student took CHS 492 in the fall, this section switches to a Free Elective.

    Free Electives can be any course, from any major, any level 100-499 that you have never taken before    		Major
    Graduation RequirementStudent's ChoiceLanguage3Units may vary between 3-4 units depending on language chosen; if language has been met change to Free ElectiveOtherLanguage
    Free ElectiveStudent's ChoiceStudent Choice3Needed to complete 120-unit requirement. Free Electives can be any course, from any major, any level 100-299 or 100-499 that you have not earned previous credit for.Other
    Free ElectiveStudent's ChoiceStudent Choice3Needed to complete 120-unit requirement. Free Electives can be any course, from any major, any level 100-299 or 100-499 that you have not earned previous credit for.Other

    Total Units

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    Milestones

    • Attend Grad Fest
    • Graduation check with Advising and Faculty advisor
    • Complete capstone
    • Complete an Internship, visit the Career Center to prepare for the job market, apply for graduate school.
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