Liberal Arts & Sciences (LAS): Multicultural Studies - AA
A.A. Degree Major Degrees and Certificates A-Z · College of the Siskiyous · 2026-2027 Catalog
Credits: 18.0 credits
The Multicultural Studies Area of Emphasis is an interdisciplinary option for students who desire a broad study in multicultural studies through courses from Early Childhood Education, English, Ethnic Studies, Geography, Music, Philosophy, Psychology, and Sociology. The Multicultural Studies Area of Emphasis courses may also help you prepare to transfer to a university. Courses completed to satisfy the Area of Emphasis requirements below will also count toward satisfying College of the Siskiyous and university transfer general education requirements. Consult with your advisor or counselor to develop an education plan that is appropriate for your academic goals.
Program Requirements
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Complete | 18 | |
| Requirements: Complete all of the following | 18 | |
| Important: To obtain the Associate in Arts Degree in LAS: Multicultural Studies, students must complete the following requirements with a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 2.0 | ||
| 18 semester units from the major requirements below. | 18 | |
| Courses must be from at least three disciplines from major requirements below. | ||
| The College of the Siskiyous General Education Pattern (COSGE) requirements. | ||
| Any needed electives to reach a total of 60 COS degree-applicable units. | ||
| All major courses and any courses noted on the COSGE check sheet must be completed with a “C” or better. | ||
| As part of the GE classes required for completion of the degree, students should plan to take English C1000 and complete the Math competency requirement their first year. | ||
| Complete | 18 | |
| ADHS 2526 | Understanding Disability | 3 |
| ECE 1502 | Serving Children and Families in a Diverse Society | 3 |
| ECE 2500 | Supporting Family Relationships and Parenting | 3 |
| ENGL 1038 | Intercultural Communication | 3 |
| ENGL 2043 | World Literature I | 3 |
| ENGL 2543 | World Literature II | 3 |
| ENGL 2544 | American Literature II | 3 |
| ETHN 1001 | Ethnic Studies | 3 |
| MUS 1234 | Diversity in American Music | 3 |
| MUS 1633 | Survey of Jazz and Popular Music | 3 |
| PSY 1004 | Psychology of Prejudice | 3 |
| SOC 1002 | Social Problems | 3 |