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Ethnic, Gender, and Transborder Studies (EGTS) is the interdisciplinary study of the histories, cultures, socioeconomic concerns, politics and identities of people of color and people of multiple genders and sexualities on their own terms. Pima currently offers 4 disciplines:
The College offers an EGTS Concentration in the Liberal Arts- Associates of Arts
for Transfer,which requires just five courses-15 credits- from the four disciplines. Courses may be taken in any combination of the disciplines or in just one discipline. Gain an interdisciplinary perspective of the histories, cultures, socio-economic concerns, politics, and identities of people of color and people of multiple genders and sexualities on their own terms.
•Explore the stories, social movements, diasporas, and achievements of historically marginalized peoples in the United States while attending to transborder and global perspectives. This concentration encourage students to learn current theories about the intersectionality and social construction of ethnicity, race, class, gender, and sexuality while scrutinizing traditional assumptions in order to better understand themselves and their society and to make enlightened choices. It prepares students to become agents of change in their communities, in institutions, and in the world on behalf of social justice. Students should meet with a social sciences faculty member, an advisor, or a counselor to plan their course of study using the appropriate major guide. Program/Major/Concentration Codes:
AOALIBRALART/ALA/EGTS
What can I do with this degree? Career Options:
After completing a bachelor's degree, seek employment in a variety of fields including:
•teaching
•research
•journalism
•law
•government
•business
Academic Options:
Continue studies toward a bachelor of arts in Ethnic studies, Gender and Women's studies, or the other related social sciences. All courses in Pima’s concentration are not required at all transfer universities, but provide a good lower division preparation for social and behavioral science majors. Enroll now at www.pima.edu
