Chicana/o Studies

The Chicana and Chicano Studies department offers a dynamic and innovative program that emphasizes an interdisciplinary and comparative approach to understanding the historical experiences and contemporary social realities of Chicana/os as the largest segment of the Latina/o population in the United States.

Chicana/o Studies is uniquely situated to prepare students for the changing demographics, and the political and social realities in the state of California and the nation. Critical thinking and effective oral and written communication skills are integrated across a curriculum that incorporates the arts and literature, gender studies, border studies, cultural studies, history, the social sciences, ethnic studies and policy studies.

San Diego Mesa College’s Chicana/o Studies program provides significant preparation for students pursuing careers in our increasingly diverse and global society including careers in education, law, business, medicine, the arts, social work, public administration, healthcare, public policy, community organizing, social justice policy and scholarly research.

Ready to learn more about San Diego Mesa College’s Chicana and Chicano Studies Program? Here are some frequently asked questions.

• What can you do with an Chicano/a Studies Associate Degree?
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• What kind of jobs can you get with a Latin American studies major?
• What jobs are available for a Chicano Studies major?

Program Learning Outcomes