About Arts & Letters
The College of Arts & Letters (CAL) offers undergraduate and graduate degrees in the humanities and social sciences. Our programs explore the dynamics of human experiences, personal identities, cultural and cross-cultural expressions and practices, and philosophical beliefs regarding human life and existence. As a community of learners, students deepen their understanding of history and prehistory, literatures, languages, religions, gender, ethnicity, class and race, and social and political actions. Our faculty are highly qualified, recognized experts in their disciplines, who make excellence in teaching, as well as research their priority.
A Statement of Solidarity with Black Lives Matter and Against Anti-Blackness
SDSU’s College of Arts and Letters stands in solidarity with our Black communities.
We denounce racism in any form and violence against Black people, and we stand firm
in our belief that Black lives matter. As a community of university faculty and staff,
it is our duty to actively support and advocate for solutions to systemic racism across
our nation, the world, and our campus.
We are proud to house the departments of Africana Studies, Chicana and Chicano Studies, American Indian Studies, and the Center for Asian and Pacific Studies which, together with other departments and programs, help provide students with culturally relevant curricula, critical thinking skills, and accurate knowledge to critique white supremacy and promote social justice. Read more.
Africana Studies Collaborates with Criminal Justice to Expand Offerings
A new course requirement for criminal justice majors, debuting in Spring 2021, is AFRAS 380: Blacks in the U.S. Justice System. The course will explore the broader historical, political, and legal context of Africana people in the United States.
Dean’s Welcome Message
As we navigate through these immensely challenging times, we are here to support you with highly engaging virtual classroom experiences, unique guest lectures, and virtual events while continuing to foster a high standard of substantive academic rigor.
COVID-19 Information and Resources
San Diego State University is following the guidelines of county, state and federal public health officials and other authorities as it continues its academic and research mission during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Visit the university’s COVID-19 site and SDSU Flex site for more information.
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