Why choose Chicano/Latino Studies?

Chicano/Latino studies courses are personally enriching no matter your heritage. You may gain a better understanding and appreciation of people from different backgrounds or strengthen your sense of cultural history and identity. Chemeketa offers three introductory courses in Chicano/Latino studies that count toward humanities credits required for most transfer degrees.

What will you learn?

As the United State's largest minority group, Chicanos and Latinos have a rich presence in U.S. history. Courses provide insight to the experience Chicanos and Latinos have had adjusting to life in the United States –

• Latino history in the U.S.
• Social, educational, political and economic status of Latinos in the U.S.
• Latino culture in the U.S.

What will you do?

The social and cultural awareness and problem solving skills you develop in Chicano/Latino studies classes are valued in many career fields –

• Law and government
• Business and nonprofits
• Teaching and education
• Social and public services