The California History Center academic program serves as the vital link in the partnership between the Foothill-De Anza Community College District and the California History Center Foundation. On average, 20 academic courses are offered each year through the CHC program. Courses are offered during the day, evening, and on weekends, and most courses are transferable to four-year institutions as electives.

California History Center

The following courses will be offered Fall quarter 2016 through the California History Center. Please see the History Department class listings section of the Schedule of Classes.

To sign up for a class, apply for admission and register online. For more information or questions, call the center at 408.864.8712

The Civil Rights Movement: Grassroots Activism in the Bay Area

Course: HIST-055A-95, 2 units
CRN: 23715
Instructor: Nannette Regua

During the late 1950s to the 1970s, the Civil Rights Movement united and inspired thousands of Americans throughout the San Francisco Bay Area and the United States. The Movement proved to be a vehicle through which courageous African Americans, Chicana/os, and many others resisted racial discrimination and demanded their civil rights.

Lectures in Room: CHC, 6:30 PM - 10:20 PM:
 Wednesday, October 12, 2016
 Wednesday, October 19, 2016
Field Studies:
9:00 AM - 5:30 PM: Saturday, October 15, 2016: San Jose
9:00 AM - 5:30 PM: Saturday, October 29, 2016: Oakland

Contact: reguanannette@fhda.edu

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Redeveloping Downtown San Jose

Course: HIST-055C-95, 2 units
CRN: 23781
Instructor: Crystal Hupp

The downtown area of the city of San Jose has been under continual redevelopment since the moment it was incorporated as a city of California. Recent revitalization efforts have created a wide variety of discussions and debates about the environmental impacts of expanding essential services for an ever growing population, while also examining the historical, cultural and social significance of nearly all of San Jose's downtown buildings. This course will examine the environmental, political, social and cultural debates surrounding a cross section of significant landmarks in downtown San Jose. This course is designed to foster a deeper understand of San Jose's past, the intricacies of long-term urban planning and the concept of balancing social and cultural communities, that have developed and grown with the landmarks themselves, with environmental and sustainability concerns. Students will see many of downtown San Jose's landmarks in person and have a hands-on focused experience with these topics.

Lectures in Room: CHC; 6:30 PM - 10:20 PM:
Wednesday, October 26, 2016
Wednesday, November 2, 2016

Field Studies:
9:00 AM - 5:30 PM: Saturday, October 29, 2016
9:00 AM - 5:30 PM: Saturday, November 5, 2016

Contact: huppcrystal@fhda.edu

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Arts and Entertainment of Silicon Valley

Course: HIST-107X-95, 2 units
CRN: 23780
Instructor: Crystal Hupp

This course will emphasize the works and achievements of Californian communities who have helped develop Silicon Valley's arts and entertainment venues and industries, and explore how these groups and individuals nurtured the needs of a diverse population in this ever growing valley. From San Jose's first theater opening to the present museums, festivals and nightlife found in the valley, each venture has a story with significant people giving them life. Students will visit arts and entertainment venues and meet important community leaders, which will foster a deeper understanding of community art and entertainment histories, while also introducing students to current arts and entertainment options available in this diverse valley.

Lectures in Room: CHC, 6:30 PM - 10:20 PM:
Wednesday, November 9, 2016
Wednesday, November 16, 2016

Field Studies: 
9:00 AM - 5:30 PM: Saturday, November 12, 2016
9:00 AM - 5:30 PM: Saturday, November 19, 2016

Contact: huppcrystal@fhda.edu

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