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MAS 010A-B: MEXICAN AMERICANS AND THE DEVELOPMENT
OF U.S. HISTORY AND GOVERNMENT
The American people and institutions from various ethnic points
of view. Historical similarities and differences of various
groups that make up the U.S. and its historical/political
institutions. Satisfies American Institutions for Core GE
Courses
A. From pre-Columbia times to 1865.
B. From 1865 to the present.
3 units
MAS 040: THE CHICANO THEATRE
Introduction to the basic art form and functions of Chicano
theatre in the U.S. (1965-present). Examines historical, political
and socio-psychological factors associated with the birth
and development of “El Teatro” form and includes
writing, production and performance of plays.
Prerequisites: Engl 1A or instructor consent.
Repeatable for credit.
Lecture 1 hour/activity 2 hours.
3 units
MAS 074: PUBLIC ADDRESS
Techniques of effective oral communication. Principals of
rhetoric through analysis and critique of contemporary issues
concerning Mexican Americans. Satisfies A1 Oral Communication
for Core GE Courses.
3 units
MAS 105: CHICANOS: UNITED STATES/ MEXICO RELATIONS
Exploration of U.S./ Mexico relations through the Chicana/o
perspective. Emphasis is on both historical and contemporary
issues.
3 units
MAS 115: POLITICS OF THE CHICANA/O COMMUNITY
Analysis of the American political system and institutions
from a Chicana/o perspective.
3units
MAS 120: ECONOMICS AND THE CHICANA/O COMMUNITY
Analysis of the American economic system from a Chicana/o
perspective. Focus is on the changing roles of Chicanas/os
in the U.S. and global economies.
3 units
MAS 125: CHICANA/O COMMUNITY STUDIES
Examination of Chicana/o community activities, including organizations
and contemporary issues.
3 units
MAS 127: CHICANAS/OS AND THE CRIMINAL JUSTICE SYSTEM
Crime, delinquency, and the interaction between Chicano/Latino
communities and the criminal justice system. The roles of
government agencies, local law enforcement, the courts and
corrections.
Prerequisites: Upper division standing or instructor consent.
3 units
MAS 130: CHICANAS AND CHICANOS IN AMERICAN SOCIETY
An analysis of males and females as both individuals and family
members in the context of American society.
Prerequisites: Completion of core GE, satisfaction of Writing
Skills Test and upper division standing. Satisfies area S
for Advanced GE Courses.
3 units
MAS 135: CONTEMPORARY CHICANA/O ISSUES
Analysis of selected issues/topics involving Chicano/Latino
communities.
Prerequisites: English 1A or instructor consent.
Repeatable for credit for different topic/issue.
3units
MAS 144: CHICANA/O LITERATURE
An examination of selected Chicana/o literature including
poetry, short stories, essays, and novels.
Prerequisites: Engl 1A or instructor consent.
Repeatable for credit for different topic.
3units
MAS 150: RESEARCH METHODS
A survey of research methods used in Chicana/o studies that
address issues in Chicano communities.
Prerequisites: Engl 1A and MAS 130
Offered only occasionally.
3 units
MAS 160: GENDER AND SEXUALITY IN CHICANA/O COMMUNTIY
An examination of how patriarchy, race, and class shape Chicanas
in their everyday lives in American society. It explores how
women resist and challenge the limitations placed on them
as a result of being women and members of a racial/ethnic
group.
Prerequisites: Completion of core GE, satisfaction of Writing
Skills Test and upper division standing. Satisfies Area S
for Advanced GE Courses.
3 units
MAS 170: HOLLYWOOD’S IMAGE OF CHICANO/CHICANAS
Analysis of Hollywood’s contribution, through cinema
(1900s-1980s), to shaping the sociopolitical relations between
Chicano/Chicanas and the dominant society, plus the use of
traditional ideological concepts in promoting stereotyped
images of Chicanos/Chicanas.
Prerequisites: Engl 1A and Engl 1B or instructor consent.
3units
MAS 175: COMPARATIVE LATINO CULTURES IN THE AMERICAS
A comparison of people and cultures in the evolution of the
Chicano/Latino identity. Diverse perspective will be presented
through film and other materials.
Prerequisites: Completion of core GE, satisfaction of Writing
Skills Test and upper division standing. Satisfies area V
for Advanced GE Courses.
3 units
MAS 180: INDIVIDUAL STUDIES
Individual research projects and field activities.
Prerequisites: Upper division standing and instructor consent.
Repeatable for credit.
C/NC
1-4 units
MAS 194: PEOPLES OF COLOR IN THE MAKING OF THE AMERICAS:
1850-PRESENT
This course is crosslisted with AAS 194 for a complete course
description refer to the catalog section for Asian American
Studies.
3 units
MAS 195: PEOPLES OF COLOR IN THE MAKING OF THE AMERICAS:
1850-PRESENT
This course is crosslisted with AAS 194 for a complete course
description refer to the catalog section for Asian American
Studies.
3 units
GRADUATE COURSES
MAS 200: IDEOLOGY AND THE CHICANA/O EXPERIENCE
Seminar examining the ideological and philosophical forces
that shape Chicana/o experiences and identities. The course
relies on literature and philosophical works. [Fulfills the
University Writing Requirements].
3 units
MAS 204: SOCIAL POLICY ANALYSIS
See ScWk 204
3 units
MAS 205: CHICANA/O HISTORY
Seminar exploring the historical experiences of Chicanas/os,
from the indigenous past to the present. This course integrates
historiography, as it is grounded in an analysis of the development
of and changes in the field of Chicana/o history.
3 Units
MAS 210: FOUNDATIONS OF CHICANA/O STUDIES
An analysis of the evolution of Chicana/o thought and intellectual
production and the development of the field of Chicana/o Studies.
This course analyzes the basic constructs and theories underlying
Chicana/o Studies, from early works to present.
3 units
MAS 215: CHICANAS/OS AND EDUCATION
This course focuses on key educational issues facing Chicanas/os
both historically and currently, including policy, curriculum,
cultural conflict, and the different efforts to address them.
3 units
MAS 225: THE IMPACT OF AMERICAN INSTITUTIONS ON THE
CHICANA/O COMMUNITY
Seminar analyzing the impact of social, political, economic,
and cultural systems on Chicana/o communities.
3 units
MAS 230: SEMINAR IN SELECTED INSTITUTIONAL AREAS
Problems, theory and research in an institutional area selected
for intensive study by staff and students such as: curriculum,
housing, prisons, etc.
3 units
MAS 233: SOCIAL PLANNING
See UrbP 233.
3 units
MAS 243: SOCIAL PLANNING PRACTICE
See UrbP 243
3 units
MAS 252: COMPLEX ORGANIZATION IN A DIVERSE SOCIETY
An analysis of complex organizational structures and policy
formation in diverse contexts. The course emphasizes the dynamics
of work in organizations that involve different racial groups
and considers how to apply theoretical approaches to policy
work.
3 units
MAS 275: RESEARCH METHODS
Seminar exploring the methodological challenges posed by Chicana/o
Studies. The course helps students develop skills in specific
research methods of their choice as well as research proposals
for the project/thesis, or other areas of post-graduate work.
Prerequisites: Core courses
3 units
MAS 298: SPECIAL STUDIES
Supervised project with advisor.
Prerequisites: Completion of core courses and written consent
of the department’s graduate advisor.
C/NC
3 units
MAS 299: MASTER’S THESIS OR PROJECT
Supervised project or thesis.
Prerequisites: Admission to candidacy for master’s degree
and written consent of the department’s graduate advisor.
C/NC
3 units
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