Kumeyaay Studies Associate in Arts
The Associate in Arts program in Kumeyaay Studies is designed to provide an understanding of Kumeyaay history, culture and heritage. It is a multi-disciplinary degree, drawing from the sciences, humanities, world languages and history departments. Through specific coursework that encompasses on-site learning experiences, students will learn about the Kumeyaay Nation of San Diego’s East County region.
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:
- Interpret and evaluate evidence by analyzing biases, patterns, trends, and relationships.
- Evaluate and apply subject matter to students’ lived experiences and current events.
- Analyze how power and privilege operate in society, through the categories of race, class, gender, ethnicity, and sexuality.
- Develop and support arguments with evidence, including academic and organic (i.e. cultural, traditional, and experiential).
- Research and explore career options and/or obtain experience in a career field.
Associate in Arts Degree Requirements
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| KUMY-120 | Kumeyaay Language I | 4 |
| KUMY-121 | Kumeyaay Language II | 4 |
| KUMY-128/HIST-128 | Kumeyaay History I: Precontact - 1845 | 3 |
| KUMY-129/HIST-129 | Kumeyaay Hist II: 1846 - Present | 3 |
| List A. Select Four (4) Units: | 4 | |
| Ethnoecology | ||
| Ethnobotany | ||
| Ethnobotany/Ethnoecology Lab | ||
| List B. Select two of the following: | 6 | |
| Kumeyaay Arts and Culture I | ||
| Kumeyaay Arts and Culture II | ||
| Introduction to Kumeyaay Basketry & Pottery | ||
| List C. Select one of the following: | 3-4 | |
| Introduction to Cultural Resource Management | ||
| Introduction to Native American Politics and Policy | ||
| Kumeyaay Conflict Resolution | ||
| Kumeyaay Language III | ||
One any course from List A or B not selected | ||
| Total Units | 27-28 | |