American Ethnic & Gender Studies (AA-DTA)

Program Overview

The American Ethnic & Gender Studies program explores the intersections of identity, power, culture, history, and research. Through courses in ethnic studies, women's and gender studies, and related fields, students gain a deep understanding of the experiences and perspectives of diverse groups in the United States. The program prepares students for careers in fields such as education, social work, law, and public policy.

Program Outline

Outline:

• Quarter by Quarter Plan:
• Fall - First Year:
• AEGS 100 - Intro to American Ethnic Studies (5 credits)
• COLL 110 - College Success (2 credits)
• ENGL 101 - English Composition I (5 credits)
• Elective(s) (3 credits)
• Winter - First Year:
• AEGS 205 - Introduction to Women’s and Gender Studies (5 credits)
• ENGL 102 - Composition II (5 credits)
• SOC 190 - U. S. Race & Ethnicity (5 credits)
• Spring - First Year:
• BIOL 140 - Environmental Issues (5 credits) or another Science Lab course
• HIST 245 - History of U. S. Immigration (5 credits)
• MATH 107 - Math in Society (5 credits)
• Fall - Second Year:
• GEOL 155 - Geologic Hazards (5 credits)
• POLS 115 - State and Local Government (5 credits)
• SOC 230 - Sexuality and Gender (5 credits)
• Winter - Second Year:
• AEGS 101 - Diversity and American Culture (5 credits)
• ANTH 205 - Biological Anthropology (5 credits)
• Elective(s) (i.e.
World Language)
• Spring - Second Year:
• CMST 220 - Public Speaking (5 credits)
• Elective(s) (i.e.any DSJ Literature or AEGS course)
• The American Ethnic & Gender Studies pathway focuses on these key areas:
• Identity
• Power
• Culture