Discover diverse Central American cultures, ethnicities and world views from a global perspective with a minor in Central American studies.
Why Minor in Central American Studies?
Central Americans are one of the fastest-growing ethnic and transborder groups in the U.S. Learning about this complex and diverse community opens the door to opportunities in a variety of fields.
Why Study Central American Studies at CSUN?
Academic Excellence
You'll choose from rich and relevant courses in fields ranging from history, literature and culture to politics and contemporary society. You'll get hands-on experience in the community, providing you with professional training to prepare you for a career in a diverse society.
An Involved Community
The Central American student organizations CAUSA (Central American United Student Association) and TECUS (Transborder Experience of Central American University Students) raise and promote awareness of the Central American community at CSUN, in the Los Angeles area and the Mesoamerican region.
What You'll Learn
In your lower-division courses, you'll study traditions throughout the history of Central America. You'll choose from classes such as:
- The Salvadoran Experience
- Survey of Central American Literature
- Survey of Central American Visual, Installation and Performance Arts
Upper-level courses include:
- Central American Film
- Ancient to Pre-Modern History of the Central American People
- Changing Roles of Central American Women
- Contemporary Religious Movements in Central America
Discover La Ceiba, the undergraduate student journal
La Ceiba: The Undergraduate Journal of Central American and Transborder Studies is edited by students and publishes original works by students within the department.