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California State University, Chico
College of Behavioral and Social Sciences

Intersectional Chicanx/Latinx Studies Minor

Sabino Urrutia, Joara Jimenez, Maredith Berdeja, Daisy Rolon, and Marvin Herrera (left to right) talk about music as Cross Cultural Leadership Center (CCLC) hosted Aux Talk Latiné Edition.
  • Program Type

    Undergraduate Minor

  • Delivery Type

    On Campus

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Explore the rich histories, cultures, and experiences of Chicanx/Latinx communities while building critical skills to address issues of identity, equity, and social justice. The intersectional Chicanx/Latinx studies minor equips you to understand how race, class, gender, and culture intersect in the United States and beyond.

Through engaging coursework and hands-on experiences, you’ll gain tools to advocate for change and make an impact in careers across education, community development, policy, and more.

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Courses that Inspire Action

Dive into courses exploring Chicanx/Latinx history, culture, art, and activism. Learn how race, gender, and class shape experiences and identities. Core classes provide skills in critical thinking, cultural analysis, and advocacy, preparing you to work effectively in diverse communities.

Empower Communities, Change Systems

This program develops your ability to analyze systems of inequality and uplift diverse perspectives—skills that are highly valued across industries. You’ll gain critical thinking, cultural competence, and communication skills that prepare you for careers in education, social work, public policy, community advocacy, law, health care, and media.

A Strong Pairing for Many Majors

Pairing the intersectional Chicanx/Latinx studies minor with your major enhances your academic experience by providing a unique lens to understand complex societal issues, fostering critical thinking and deepening cultural awareness.

This minor enhances a variety of degrees, including:

Participants of the Graduate Equity Fellowship Program talk on campus.

Real-World Learning That Makes an Impact

You’ll have opportunities to get involved through hands-on experiences including a capstone project with 120 hours of fieldwork, conducting research on issues affecting Chicanx/Latinx communities, and presenting your findings to peers and faculty.

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