Chicano/Latino Studies, Minor
The minor in Chicano/Latino studies provides undergraduate students with an opportunity to examine the historical and contemporary experiences of Chicanos and Latinos. The curriculum provides awareness, knowledge and appreciation of the language, history, culture, literature, sociology, anthropology, politics, social ecology, health, medicine and creative accomplishments in Chicano/Latino communities. In addition to satisfying the requirements for the minor, students are encouraged to take advantage of the variety of unique educational opportunities available at UCI. Opportunities like the Education Abroad Program (EAP), the Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program (UROP) and the Summer Academic Enrichment Program (SAEP) allow students to gain real-world experience that complements their participation in the Chicano/Latino studies department.
Departmental Requirements
Completion of seven courses as follows:
| A. Complete the following core courses: | |
| CHC/LAT 61 | Introduction to Chicano/Latino Studies I |
| CHC/LAT 62 | Introduction to Chicano/Latino Studies II |
| CHC/LAT 63 | Introduction to Chicano/Latino Studies III |
| B. Select three upper-division courses from CHC/LAT 100–189. | |
| C. Complete the following: | |
| SPANISH 2A | Intermediate Spanish (or equivalent) 1 |
| 1 | Students who are exempted from SPANISH 2A based on high school study or its equivalent or through test results must instead complete a fourth upper-division course selected from CHC/LAT 100–189. |
Residence Requirements for the Minor: Other than the language requirement, no more than two courses taken at other academic institutions may be used toward satisfaction of the minor.