Liberal Studies

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The Department of Liberal Studies at CSUSM is an interdisciplinary unit of faculty dedicated to student-centered teaching and internationally recognized for our involvement in community-based research across four continents. Our department offers four distinct programs as majors and minors (Liberal Studies, Geography, and Linguistics).

Teaching Options - BA in Liberal Studies

The Liberal Studies major prepares students interested in K-8 teaching. All students graduating with a major in Liberal Studies will automatically receive a CSET I-III waiver.

painting of woman speaking many languages - Walking around Valencia St. - by Liz Henry -- attribution below

Linguistics B.A. and Minor

The Linguistics B.A. and Minor provide a strong foundation in core area of linguistics. The B.A. offers the opportunity to specialize in one three areas.

Geography B.A. and Minor

The Geography B.A. and Minor provide a broad preparation in geography and geographic information systems with an emphasis on systems thinking.

Border Studies Minor

The Border Studies Minor offers students the opportunity to study the unique dimensions and dynamics of border regions.

* "Walking around Valencia St." by Liz Henry is licensed under CC BY-ND 2.0

News & Events

Congratulations!!
Elizabeth Ridder on obtaining the position of the International Research Faculty Fellow for 2023-2025.

New Lecturer on Board Welcome Sara Belontz to the Geography faculty team!

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Elementary Multiple Subject CSET I-III Waiver Information.

Lecturer Positions available in our Department.

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Faculty Highlights

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Archived Faculty Highlight Information

Student highlights

Congratulations to our Liberal Studies students on the Dean's List!