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The Sociology program focuses on the science of human behavior. Introductory courses explore the development of personality, the role of culture, group dynamics, and social organization and institutions. Students also learn research design, methodology, analytical and interpretation skills to help students think critically about society and social issues. Advanced classes focus on modern social problems, race and ethnic relations, sociology of gender, sociology of the family, and the Latino experience in the U.S.
The Film Program guides students on a path toward transferring to a university and/or career preparation in the media and entertainment industries. Offering two Associates Degrees and one Certificate of Achievement in Digital Filmmaking, the program provides students with the necessary critical and hands-on creative tools to launch their college-level film and media education, while also helping them find the right university for transfer and/or guiding them towards a career.
The Human Services Addiction Studies program prepares students for careers in the helping professions, may prepare students for the first two years of their transferable Human Services education, and enhance the skills of persons already employed in this field. In addition, students will be provided with several personal/ interpersonal skills needed to live healthy lives and deal with the stressful demands of daily living.
The English program affirms the college鈥檚 commitment to the belief that reading and writing are central to any student鈥檚 education. Writing is a fundamental means of developing critical thinking, communicating ideas, comparing cultures, understanding experiences, arguing positions, re-evaluating beliefs, celebrating creativity, and exploring the limits of the self. Our aim is to offer students not only a chance to build specific skills, but also the opportunity to experience the value of those skills in a context of challenging academic dialogue.
