SOCIAL JUSTICE: GENDER STUDIES

Social Justice: Gender Studies is an interdisciplinary program focused on pursuing gender equity and social transformation. The Associate in Arts in Social Justice: Gender Studies for Transfer (AA-T) degree at Cuesta College prepares students for seamless progression into various majors, including Gender and Feminist Studies, Ethnic Studies, Black Studies / African American Studies, Chicanx and Latinx Studies, Asian American and Pacific Islander Studies, Native American and Indigenous Studies, and other related fields. This academic pathway delves into the multifaceted experiences of individuals from marginalized groups, their intricate interconnections, and the dynamics of culture, power, oppression, gender equity, and the imperative for societal change. _________________________________

The Associate Degree for Transfer is a special degree offered at California Community Colleges. Students who earn an AA-T degree in Social Justice: Gender Studies will be prepared to transfer and are guaranteed admission to a campus within the California State University (CSU) system in Gender Studies, Feminist Studies, or a similar major, although not necessarily to a specific campus. Students who complete an AA-T are given priority consideration when applying to a particular program that is similar to the student’s community college major and will be given a special GPA advantage when applying to CSU impacted campuses or majors. Students who are planning to pursue an AA-T are strongly advised to meet with a counselor for additional information about this transfer program.

The Cuesta College AA-T degree in Social Justice: Gender Studies requires:

(1) Completion of 60 semester units or 90 quarter units that are eligible for transfer to the California State University, including both of the following:

(A) California General Education Transfer Curriculum (Cal-GETC).

(B) A minimum of 18 semester units or 27 quarter units in a major or area of emphasis, as determined by the community college district.

(2) Obtainment of a minimum grade point average of 2.0.

(3) Earn a 'C' or better grade in all courses required for the major area of emphasis. A "P" (Pass) grade is an acceptable grade for courses in the major.

Learning Outcome(s):

1. Document and recall the social, political, cultural, and economic legacies of diverse gender communities, encompassing LGBTQ+ individuals, women, and non-binary and gender-diverse people, in the United States.
2. Interpret primary and secondary sources employing theories and concepts from the interdisciplinary field of Gender and Feminist Studies to gain insight into the complexities of gender and identity.
3. Identify and articulate the lived experiences of historically marginalized gender communities, recognizing the unique challenges and contributions of LGBTQ+, women, and non-binary and gender-diverse individuals.
4. Critically analyze the intersection of gender, sexuality, race, ethnicity, class, ability, and age to understand how these factors shape individuals' experiences and opportunities in society.
5. Develop practical skills for advocating social change by engaging in meaningful collaborations with campus and community organizations dedicated to advancing gender equity and gender-based social justice.