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Latin American
The interdisciplinary approach of this program is designed
to provide a broad basis in language, history culture,
politics, ecology, and economics for understanding
present-day Latin America. The focus on Latin America as an
unique and important area whose social and cultural
expressions have been significantly shaped by external
forces, first European powers and the the United States,
contributes relevance to life in contemporary California and
its Hispanic heritage as well as its rapidly growing
Spanish-speaking population.
Native American
The Native American Studies Program is an academic
discipline offering six courses to provide a broad
understanding of American Indian cultures and their history.
American Indian perspectives and interpretations are
reflected in courses of study in Native American art,
history, philosophy and belief systems, literature,
contemporary society and California Indian history. Students
confront ingrained oppressive cultural attitudes and
misconceptions concerning American Indians. Non-Indian
students develop and broaden their awareness and knowledge
about American Indian life , past, present and future. For
native students, the NAS Program provides identity as well
as a point of academic focus . All students benefit from the
strong ties of the NAS faculty with the local Indian
community. Student participation with and experiential
learning in local cultural activities is also an important
element of the NAS Program. The Program sponsors the annual
De Anza Pow Wow each May.
Chicano/Chicana
The multidisciplinary program leading to the A.A. Degree and
transfer is designed to provide systematic instruction for
those who desire a concentrated study of the Chicano/a
experience. The program focus for critical investigation and
analysis of the Chicano/a reality includes: history,
socioeconomic, education, and the humanities. These program
is recommended for students who plan to prepare themselves
for public service or teaching careers.
Intercultural
The ICS interdisciplinary major, leading to an AA Degree or
transfer in Intercultural Studies, represents the joint
commitment of the African American, Asian Pacific American,
Chicano, Latin American, Native American and Intercultural
Studies Programs to provide a core curriculum whose
educational objectives are: to develop a methodology
emphasizing comparative analyses of the history and
contemporary issues and positions of Third World peoples; to
develop research capabilities that will allow students to
compile and analyze information from a Third World
perspective; to teach ethnicity theory, race relations
theory, feminist theory, cross-cultural communications
theory and explore multidimensional issues of racism ,
institutions and power. The major also examines the need for
shared pluralism and provides expertise in areas that will
allow students to pursue professional training so that they
may provide services to Third World communities and effect
positive social change.
Asian
The Asian Studies Department offers students opportunities
to gain a better understanding of Asian civilization and
society through courses exploring such areas as history,
arts, and literature. Those courses, combined with extensive
Bay Area resources -- major research centers and library
collections, museums, trade centers, performing arts --
provide unlimited opportunities for students interested in
reaching beyond the confines of the college to gain crucial
insights about the potential of the Pacific Rim region and
its importance to the future of this region.
Asian American
The Asian American Studies Department offers students
opportunities to examine and gain a better understanding of
Asian American experiences. Addressed from their own
perspectives in a critical manner are areas such as
immigration, history, literature, and community. Emphasis is
placed on exploring the commonalities and differences among
various Asian immigrant groups to the U.S., and on
understanding and supporting the vibrant Asian American
community both within the college and in Santa Clara
County.
African
The African Studies program is designed to provide
interdisciplinary training in African Studies. It allows
students the opportunities to gain an in-depth knowledge of
the African perspective within specific academic
disciplines. Courses in the program cover art, culture, and
history.
African American
The program in African American Studies offers courses
leading to the AA Degree and transfer. The program is
designed to give an interdisciplinary approach to the study
of African people in the United States. Since the courses
generally fall within the history and social science area,
the degree is also useful in some social sciences, law, and
municipal and state government jobs. Equally important are
the advantages the program gives for opportunities to work
in community service organizations related to the problems
of various minority groups, with specific emphasis on the
African American.
International
The International Studies area will soon feature an
interdisciplinary AA degree International Studies, as well
as specific certificate programs in a concentrated area of
study. To date, the International Studies program includes
courses in global technology, economic development, cross
national communication, cultural relations, and art and
literature.
Intercultural/International Studies Division
Most Intercultural/International Studies Division courses
fulfill the required Intercultural Studies General Education
requirement. Most division courses are also transferable to
four-year colleges and universities.
Please call the division office at (408) 864-8769 for
specific details.
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