Gender, Ethnicity and Multicultural Studies
Bachelor of Arts – B.A.
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Undergraduate
About the Program
Dive deep into the nuances of identities, cultures, and histories that shape our world with the Gender, Ethnicity, and Multicultural Studies (GEMS) program. GEMS offers two pathways for exploring critical social issues. The B.A. in GEMS allows you to focus on areas such as African American Studies, Asian Pacific Islander Studies, Chicana/o Latina/o Studies, Native American Studies, or Gender and Sexuality Studies. Our Pre-Credential Option integrates GEMS with educational courses, preparing you for a Multiple Subjects Teaching Credential.
The Polytechnic Approach
Gain firsthand insights into cultural advocacy and educational outreach through community-based projects, service-learning programs and research opportunities while debating real-world issues like gender equality and racial justice. From the exciting Day of the Dead celebration we host for the entire campus to work with women in prison (college preparation classes and transition preparation) to the Native American community garden focusing on native foods, you’ll be an agent of positive progress in your undergraduate career and beyond.
Career Outcomes
Program Emphasis
Courses
We offer an educational program designed to equip you with the knowledge, analytical skills, and experience necessary to effectively live and work in today’s diverse society. History, culture, and contemporary issues are explored and analyzed through the intersecting perspectives of ethnicity, race, class and gender. The curriculum combines an interdisciplinary knowledge of our socio-cultural world with opportunities in service learning, internships, and community-based research. The Gender, Ethnicity, and Multicultural Studies (GEMS) program has two options: the BA in GEMS and the BA in GEMS Pre-Credential.
Gender, Ethnicity, and Multicultural Studies
NATIVE Pipeline
The NATIVE Pipeline program empowers Native American students to pursue college and reach their full potential. With Native Americans making up just 1% of undergrads, this program bridges the gap by providing mentors, cultural activities, and scholarships for essentials like housing and books.
