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Mexican American Studies

The general goal of the curriculum is to provide a core course of study in contemporary Mexican American public policy issues, and to train students in the use of qualitative and quantitative research methods. Students can further develop their areas of emphasis from two thematic strands: Social Justice & Public Policy and Social History & Cultural Studies.

High School Preparation:

Entrance Requirements
Spanish, courses in Mexican American history, literature or culture

Careers:

education
government
social services
business (particularly international business)
public health

Sample Courses:

overview of Mexican American studies
social perspectives
Mexican American culture
the Chicano movement
Mexicana/Chicana women's history
advance topics in Chicano movement
Latino health
education of Latinos/as

Additional Information:

Mexican American Studies
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Mexican American Studies, General Catalog
The catalog includes course descriptions and specific requirements.