CALIFORNIA STUDIES
College of Social Sciences and Interdisciplinary Studies
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
California Studies is an interdisciplinary program designed to provide an understanding of California's institutions, culture, and environment in a manner that will be occupationally and academically useful to students in a variety of majors. With the state's central role as a gateway to the Pacific basin, substantial knowledge of California will be necessary for those preparing to engage in commerce and international trade. In addition, for students who are planning careers in the public sector, the California Studies minor will furnish background applicable to their future employment.
Requirements - Minor
Total units required for Minor: 21
Courses in parentheses are prerequisites.
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California |
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California State and Local Government |
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California History, 1860-1970 |
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Ancient Technology |
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Indians of California |
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State and Local Government Finance (ECON 1A and ECON 1B; or ECON 104) |
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Studies in American Literature |
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Contemporary Environmental Issues |
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California's Water Resources |
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Geology of California (GEOL 10 or equivalent) |
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Politics of the Underrepresented (GOVT 1 or equivalent; and GWAR Certification before Fall 09, or WPJ score of 80+, or C or higher grade in ENGL 109M/W, or C- grade in ENGL 109M/W or WPJ score 70/71 and ENGL 109X co-requisite) |
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California History, 1542-1860 |
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California Indian History |
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Ethnic Minorities in California History |
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Land Use Regulatory Environment (RELU 140) |
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Note: It is highly recommended that students consider an internship in a California setting offered by one of the participating departments.
Faculty
Dudley Burton, Environmental Studies; Marsha Dillon, Geography; Patrick Ettinger, History; Brian Hausback, Geology; Wesley Hussey, Government; David Madden, English; Shirley Moore, History
Contact Information
Wesley Hussey, Program Coordinator
Diane Kobely, Academic Support Coordinator
Tahoe Hall 3120
(916) 278-3849