Social Justice Studies

Social Justice Studies

SJS M110  Introduction to Social Justice Studies  3 Units  
In-Class Hours:   52.5 lecture  

Examines, via inter-disciplinary study, race and ethnicity in the United States. Examines social justice movements in relation to ethnic and racial groups in the United States. Provides a basis for a better understanding of the socio-economic, cultural, and political conditions among key social groups.

Grade Modes:   Letter Graded  
Field Trips:   May be required  
Degree Applicability:   Applies to Associate Degree  
AA/AS GE:   B2  
Transfer Credit:   CSU, UC  
UC Credit Limitations:   None  
CSU GE-Breadth:   D  
IGETC:   4  
SJS M120  Introduction to Women's Studies  3 Units  
In-Class Hours:   52.5 lecture  

Introduces students to the origins, purpose, subject matter, and methods of Women's Studies and to feminist perspectives on a range of social issues affecting women of diverse backgrounds. Studies gender and its intersections with race, class, sexuality, dis/ability, age, religion, and other systems of difference.

Grade Modes:   Letter Graded  
Field Trips:   May be required  
Degree Applicability:   Applies to Associate Degree  
AA/AS GE:   B2  
Transfer Credit:   CSU, UC  
UC Credit Limitations:   None  
CSU GE-Breadth:   D  
IGETC:   4  
SJS M130  Introduction to LGBTQ Studies  3 Units  
In-Class Hours:   52.5 lecture  

Examines a broad range of contemporary gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, and queer issues in various contexts including bio-medical, sociological, political, racial and sexual. Focuses on intersectionality and social justice.

Grade Modes:   Letter Graded  
Field Trips:   May be required  
Degree Applicability:   Applies to Associate Degree  
AA/AS GE:   B2  
Transfer Credit:   CSU, UC  
UC Credit Limitations:   None  
CSU GE-Breadth:   D  
IGETC:   4