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A Field Guide for Undergraduate StudentsA resource guide for current and prospective students in the Arts & Humanities at UC Berkeley

2Welcome to the Arts & Humanities!Welcome to UC Berkeley’s Division of Arts & Humanities, where your choice to study in any one of our departments will mark the beginning of an extraordinary journey in research, discovery, and global engagement. Our top-ranked departments, led by award-winning faculty who are leaders in their fields, oer you the chance to delve into the critical questions shaping our world today. Through close collaboration — in classes, seminars, and field work — you will develop the critical thinking, communication, and interpretive skills that are essential for navigating the complexities of our global society. In an era where career paths are ever-changing, your education here will prepare you to adapt, innovate, and lead in any field you choose to pursue.As you join our academic community, you will immerse yourself in research and vibrant discussions that challenge you to think creatively and push boundaries. Whether you take a small, hands-on research seminar, help to curate a museum exhibition, learn a new language, study abroad — know that you are in the right place to explore your passions and develop a future that aligns with your aspirations. We hope to welcome you to the division and to see how you will excel in your studies and make a lasting impact on our campus and beyond. We’re here to support you every step of the way. Get to know what is possible by scanning through this booklet — learn about what to major and/or minor in, see what students and faculty say, learn how to get started, and explore your possibilities outside of the division and campus.

3A&H By the Numbers 53%Transfer Majors60Languages28Majors19Departments41Minors14Research Centers & Programs250+Faculty1900+Undergraduates

4Department of Ancient Greek & Roman Studiesdagrs.berkeley.edudagrs@berkeley.eduAncient Greek & Roman StudiesThe Ancient Greek & Roman Studies (AGRS) major is an opportunity to explore Mediterranean antiquity in the company of a diverse cohort of undergraduates. AGRS professors are renowned for innovative scholarship and dedication to undergraduate teaching. Students explore multiple disciplines within the ancient Mediterranean world, including archaeology, literature, philosophy, and many more. The major can be completed in English or include the study of Greek and/or Latin language. Students develop their own personalized program of study in close consultation with our advising team.“An AGRS major is a chance to go deep into the study of ancient Greece and Rome. It'll change your perspective on ancient texts, myths, histories and objects, and it will also push you to think harder about the relationship between antiquity and the modern world.” -Duncan MacRae, Associate Professor of Ancient Greek & Roman Studies

5“The [department’s] courses push you to explore, be creative, and interpret… Also, they have the best professors.”Jake Quinn, AGRS AlumGet started by exploring these classes• AGRS 10A and 10B: Greek and Roman Civilization• AGRS 17A and 17B: Greek and Roman ArchaeologyGet involved and build community• Berkeley Undergraduate Journal of Classics• Classical Forum• Summer Field School in Greece with the Nemea Center for Classical Archaeology Use your skillsCheck out what our majors have done ater graduation!• Assistant Curator, Art Institute of Chicago• Conservator, SF Art Conservation• Latin Teacher, Pacific Boychoir Academy• Senior Specialist, Charles Schwab• Systems Analyst, Pixar• PhD programs in Art and Archaeology, Classics, and Philosophy

6Department of Art Practiceart.berkeley.edu/majorArt PracticeThe Art Practice Department has a fine arts focus that requires rigorous studio work and critical thinking of all its majors. Our areas of studio concentration include: painting, drawing, printmaking, sculpture, ceramics, digital photography, installation, performance, social practice, and video. Students develop a cross-media understanding of fine art practices in a global context and gain valuable experience for a wide range of professional careers within contemporary art and culture. 2D, 3D, and time-based studio courses, research seminars, and professional development courses provide essential skills within conceptual and critical frameworks.“Art does not supply easy answers, and yet it plays a crucial role in how we act in and with the world.” -Al-an deSouza, Professor of Photography

7"I never felt more at home than at the UC Berkeley Art Practice Department. My two years working with the faculty and students there not only shaped me into the artist I am today but also fundamentally changed me. In those studios, I learned to care about the world, to question and investigate every assumption, and to engage in a global, culture-making artistic discourse—all of which sustains my passion for art to this day and for years to come."Helia Pouyanfar, Class of 2019Get started by exploring these classes• ART 8: Introduction to Visual Thinking• Studio Foundations courses (ART 12-26)Get involved and build community• Worth Ryder Art Gallery and Internship Program• Platform Artspace• Wiesenfeld Visiting Artist Lecture Series Use your skills Check out what our majors have done ater graduation!• Professional Artist • Art Professor / Educator• Creative Director• Arts Administrator• Museum Professional• Art Gallerist• Professional Photographer• Graphic Novel Artist• Illustrator• Graphic Designer• Textile / Fashion Designer• UI/UX Designer• Digital Media / Content Producer• Art MFA

8“What if I want to transfer from community college?”Transfer students will find a particularly welcoming home in the Division of Arts & Humanities! Around half of our majors are transfer students, which means we understand their needs better than most. As one of the most diverse units on campus, we appreciate the array of our experiences that our students bring with them, and our faculty and advisors are passionate about helping you thrive at Berkeley and beyond. From specialized courses to curated programs and support services, our campus has the resources to help you succeed.Visit Berkeley Admissions (https://admissions.berkeley.edu/apply-to-berkeley/) to learn more about requirements.Use ASSIST.org to find classes that transfer to Berkeley and UC Transfer Admissions Planner (TAP), a free online tool, to plan ahead.Check out the Transfer Alliance Project while attending a California Community College (email transfer@berkeley.edu with any questions).Visit the Transfer Student Center at https://transfers.berkeley.edu/ for programs and services to support successful transitions and community building.Look into Summer Bridge and the Transfer Transition Program (TPP), a program oered for rising junior transfers at Berkeley.Explore transfer-specific courses like HUM 100: Transfer Foundations, L&S 198: Transition to Cal, and Rhetoric 100: A Writing Studio for Transfer Students.Find more resources at the Transfer Guide on the Arts & Humanities website: https://artshumanities.berkeley.edu/.

“Coming from Manteca in the Central Valley, a small town, and then coming to Berkeley, you meet people from all over the state, country, and all around the world. It opens your mind to new opportu-nities that you never knew existed. If you're on the fence about applying, take the chance, believe in yourself, and listen to yourself.” Ozzie Jauregui, English Major, Trans-ferred from Modesto Junior College“My advice for other transfer students is to use the student support resources on campus and to take advantage of all the opportunities to get involved in the research community. One resource I loved this semester and took advantage of was attending paper presentations by visiting scholars hosted by the Berkeley Language Center. These were free and initiat-ed very interesting conversations! Attend all the research workshops or panels that you can. Remember that if you’re here it means you belong here. The more you get involved in the community, the easier it'll become to feel part of it.” Fabiola Vazquez, Spanish & Portuguese and Comparative Literature Major, Transferred from Allan Hancock College9

“I did a transfer education program last summer that gave me the chance to explore campus. I took one class online and one that was in person, and that gave me a nice blending of the two, rather than jumping in the pool right into the deep end.” Bradley Pultz, History of Art and Anthropology Double Major, Transferred from Modesto Junior College“The value of studying Arts and Humanities is revealed in the appreciation of and dedication to perspective – to respect perspective is to acknowledge that all ideas, regardless of their popularity, are inextricably connected and dependent upon one another. I encourage all prospective students to get comfortable with the uncomfortable – only then will you be able to eectively and eciently forge your own path.” Jaidalyn Bradley, Philosophy BA ’24, Transferred from Mount San Jacinto College10

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12Celtic Studies Programceltic.berkeley.eduissaug@berkeley.eduCeltic StudiesThe Celtic Studies major is designed to give students both a broad understanding of the place of Celtic languages and cultures, and a firm grounding in one or more Celtic language. The major has an innovative linkage of language and literature-in-translation courses intended to allow students maximum flexibility in pursuing their studies.“The Celtic Studies program allows students to immerse themselves in the rich languages, literatures, histories, and cultures of Ireland, Wales, Scotland, and the whole of the Celtic world.” Eric Falci, Professor of English

13“Pursuing Celtic Studies has allowed me to feel that I can make a dierence in the recognition and conservation of minoritized languages in both my department and the UCB campus.”Class of 2026 StudentGet started by exploring these classes• CELTIC 15: Modern Irish• CELTIC 16: Modern Welsh• CELTIC 70: The World of the CeltsGet involved and build community• Irish Studies Program• Le Cheile Celtic student group Use your skills Check out what our majors have done ater graduation!• Independent Filmmaker• Professor, Swansea University• Sotware Engineer, Capital One• PhD programs in Archaeology, Celtic Languages & Literatures, • Comparative Literature, and English

14Department of East Asian Languages and Cultureshttps://ealc.berkeley.edu/ealc@berkeley.eduChinese LanguageThe Chinese Language major focuses on the humanistic investigation of major East Asian traditions by teaching students the modern and classical forms of the language; reading texts in their historical and cultural contexts; and introducing students to the vast array of literary, artistic, philosophical, and cultural traditions of East Asia and their transformations in modernity.“Immerse yourself in China’s deep past, understand its pres-ent day complexity, and prepare for a global future.” Andrew Jones, Professor of East Asian Languages & Cultures

15“I began my journey in studying Chinese here at Cal ever since taking Chinese 7A in my freshman year. Despite coming from Hong Kong and having some background in studying Chinese, the classes here are unique and have been truly eye-opening as I immerse myself in this major for longer. The Chinese major at Cal oered me an unprece-dented experience that I never had before, and it is truly a hidden gem among all the majors. Ultimately, this major has allowed me to explore (and re-explore) new perspectives on the Chinese language, its literature, and its culture in ways I never have imagined before!”Clara Gi-yan So, Chinese Language MajorGet started by exploring these classes• Chinese 7A and 7B: Introduction to Chinese Literature and CultureGet involved and build community• Berkeley Chinese Music Ensemble• Berkeley Student Journal of Asian Studies• Datong Society of China Studies at Berkeley• TiNY Chinese Theater Group• 7PM Literature and Film Salon (Chinese Reading Group at Berkeley) Use your skills Check out what our majors have done ater graduation!• Consulting• Journalism• Global trade• Translator• Executive Development

16Department of Comparative Literaturecomplit.berkeley.educomplituga@berkeley.eduComparative LiteratureThe Comparative Literature major provides students with tools for analyzing texts, writing, editing, translating, and thinking within and across language, culture, time, theme and/or genre. Students have the opportunity to pursue rigorous research in a variety of literatures according to their interests, engage in collaborative projects, participate in discussions about political, aesthetic, and social issues, and develop a nuanced cross-cultural understanding of historical and social processes through the study of literature.“There is no better way to understand the power of literature—its articulation of social and political counterimaginaries—than a major in comparative literature.” Mario Telò, Professor of Ancient Greek & Roman Studies, Comparative Literature, and Rhetoric

17“When I discovered that Comparative Literature was a major, I realized that it would allow me to study a beautiful, diverse array of texts that would inform me more of the world at large, and not only in a Eurocentric manner. That's why I majored in Comp Lit!” Comparative Literature AlumGet started by exploring these classes• COMLIT 20: Literature and Philosophy• 60AC: Literature of American Cultures • COMLIT 100(A-D): Introduction to Comparative Literature• Start or continue studying a languageGet involved and build community• Comparative Literature Undergraduate Journal• Vagabond multilingual literary magazine• Undergraduate Research Symposium Use your skills Check out what our majors have done ater graduation!• English Teacher in France, TAPIF• Fellow, AmeriCorps• Grant Writer, Father Joe’s Villages• Psychologist, Private Practice• Program Manager, Education Non-Profit• PhD programs in Art History, World Literatures, and English• Professional schools including Law and Medicine

18“What if I want to learn a language?”UC Berkeley leads among institutions of higher education in the depth and breadth of languages taught, oering classes in 60 languages. Our language courses equip our students to become global citizens, to engage with local communities, and to interact meaningfully with people and ideas from dierent regions of our fast-changing world. Language classes are open to students from all majors, and their small size makes them ideal for making personal connections across our large campus. Whether you’re already multilingual or just thinking about picking up a second language, our programs are ready to welcome you. They also oer a number of cultural studies courses taught in English.Learn more about which languages Berkeley teaches and how to get involved in our celebration of world languages at the Arts & Humanities website: https://artshumanities.berkeley.edu/.

“I work in the tech industry and because that is a global industry, even though it sits in the Bay Area, being multilingual is incredibly helpful and makes your portfolio that much more compelling. I’m able to communicate with people, colleagues, clients around the world and I think that is priceless. I recommend that everyone who comes to Berkeley take a language class. Pick your favorite language and just start. You won't regret it, and it develops parts of your brain that you didn't know you had — there is so much benefit.”Asli Akalin, Economics and Computer Science BA ’20“I think language learning has allowed me to connect with my family and distant relatives in a way that really allowed me to feel closer to my heritage." Aaron Oculto, Political Science and South & Southeast Asian Studies BA ’2419

20Department of Theater, Dance & Performance Studies (TDPS)tdps.berkeley.edutdpsugadvisor@berkeley.edu Dance & Performance StudiesStudents in the Dance & Performance Studies major will engage with dance on physical, intellectual, and aesthetic levels, growing not only as performers but also as artists, thinkers, makers, viewers, and participants in the artistic event. The practical focus of the major is on the performance and choreography of contemporary dance and dance theater. Equally important is the study of theater and dance theory, history, culture, and literature.“We tell stories that explore the human condition, and encourage our students to share their individual stories and personal ways of knowing the world. This practice not only promotes a vibrant learning environment, but also builds a robust democracy in which diverse voices and ideas weave together to create positive change in our world.” Lisa Wymore, Professor of Theater, Dance & Performance Studies

21“Embrace the dynamic journey, the interdisciplinary creativity, and most importantly, the supportive community of TDPS. This is your invitation to explore, discover, and thrive!”Gilberto Martinez Martinez, Class of 2024Get started by exploring these classes• THEATER 40: Beginning Modern Dance Technique• THEATER 52AC: Dance in American Cultures Get involved and build community• Audition for the Fall Choreography Showcase or Berkeley Dance Project, the department's annual dance concert.• Get involved with the Berkeley Dance Community, featuring 20+ student-run dance clubs. Use your skills Check out what our majors have done ater graduation!• Associate Choreographer, The Public Theater & La Jolla Playhouse• Artistic Director, FACT/SF Dance Company• Company Member, Joe Goode Performance Group, San Francisco Ballet• Dancer, Washington Commanders (NFL)• M.F.A. in Dance, Ph.D. in Performance Studies, Doctorate of Physical Therapy• Personal Trainer• Writer, Journalist, Editor

22Dutch Studies Programdutch.berkeley.edugermanic@berkeley.eduDutch StudiesThe Dutch Studies Program oers a comprehensive education in Dutch language, literature, cultural history, and linguistics. Through a broad curriculum of English-taught courses, students study important cultural developments from the medieval towns in Flanders over the Dutch “Golden Age” and the Netherlands’ colonial expansion up to the contemporary multicultural, liberal, and European identity of the Low Countries."Come and explore the rich cultural history and beautiful language of the Netherlands, Flanders, the Dutch Caribbean islands, and Suriname. Berkeley's Dutch Studies Program oers small classes, personal attention, and a sense of community that is truly unique  at UC Berkeley and beyond!" Jeroen Dewulf, Professor of Dutch Studies and German Literature

23“ I took three Dutch courses with Professor Jeroen Dewulf and Esmée van der Hoeven. Both...are wonderful professors that I felt I could ask for help at any moment, and can confidently say they expanded my knowledge beyond measure.”Sarah Russell-Cheung, Class of 2018Get started by exploring these classes• DUTCH 166 Anne Frank and Ater: World War II and the Holocaust in the Netherlands• DUTCH 171AC From New Amsterdam to New York: Race, Culture, and Identity in New NetherlandGet involved and build community• Dutch Student Association at Berkeley• Dutch Studies Coee Hour Use your skills Check out what our majors have done ater graduation!• Diplomat• International Relations Ocer• Journalist• Museum Curator• Translator

24Department of East Asian Languages and Cultureshttps://ealc.berkeley.edu/ealc@berkeley.eduEast Asian HumanitiesThe East Asian Humanities major provides students with an understanding of East Asian cultures through an innovative curriculum taught by scholars of East Asian literature, culture, thought, and religion. The major is deliberately and insistently comparative and oers multiple disciplinary perspectives. It provides students with the opportunity to range across the rich diversity of East Asian cultures through the array of disciplines represented in the department, including literary, cultural, visual, and sound studies, religion, philosophy, film and media studies, disability studies, and environmental humanities. The major can be completed entirely through courses taught in English, with the option of taking courses in the original language at the advanced level.“Whether you are interested in Chinese, Japanese, or Korean, timeless classics or modern media culture, East Asian Humanities oers fantastic professors, small classes, a supportive community, and an opportunity to delve into what you love, and crat your own path through the major." Andrew Jones, Professor of East Asian Languages & Cultures

25“East Asian Humanities provided me with a wonderful opportunity to explore the diverse cultures across East Asia, and I'm happy that I chose the major.” Yi Ding, East Asian Humanities MajorGet started by exploring these classes• EALANG C50: Introduction to the Study of Buddhism• CHINESE, JAPAN, or KOREAN 7A and 7BGet involved and build community• Japanese cinema/anime club• Asian Community Health• Berkeley Student Journal of Asian Studies• East Asian Culinary Club• East Asian Union Use your skills This new major will prepare students for futures in China, Japan and Korea, and especially for work moving between dierent countries in Asia. Students will be career-ready for work that requires problem solving, and cross-cultural communication. Advertising & Communications, Mediation & Diplomacy, and Education are some examples of the many career opportunities.

26“What if I want to get involved in research?”Research is at the core of our academic mission, and our faculty includes leading philosophers, award-winning poets and novelists, and practicing artists in music, theater, dance, and the visual arts; they have won the most Distinguished Teaching Awards on campus, and we count among them a significant number of Macarthur “genius” grantees, Guggenheim Fellows, and recipients of other prestigious national and international awards. They are eager to mentor undergraduates as the next generation of researchers, both in the classroom and in co-curricular programs, including the Undergraduate Research Apprentice Program (URAP), Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowships (SURF), Haas Scholars, the Mellon Mays Undergraduate Fellowship (MMUF), the Townsend Honors Thesis Workshop, and more. Divisional centers like the Townsend Center for the Humanities, the Arts Research Center, the Berkeley Language Center, and the Center for Interdisciplinary Inquiry host ongoing programs at which undergraduates are welcome.The Oce of Undergraduate Research and Scholarships (OURS) expands student access to research, scholarships, mentorship, and experiential learning opportunities. Learn more at their website: https://research.berkeley.edu/ Check out the “What Is Humanities Research?” column and other resources at the Arts & Humanities website: https://artshumanities.berkeley.edu/

27“Beyond exploring the OURS website, checking your email for opportuni-ties, and applying widely (no matter how unqualified for an opportunity you think you are), prioritize connecting with your professors by participating in class and attending oce hours. I can truly say that most of the opportunities I had at Berkeley were a direct consequence of my relationships with professors. Always keep in mind that professors were once students; they have not forgotten what it's like to be curious and hungry for opportunities. Once you show up and show initiative, you'll quickly realize how eager many professors are to propel you forward.”Bryce Wallace, English and Linguistics BA ’23

28Department of East Asian Languages & Cultureshttps://ealc.berkeley.edu/ealc@berkeley.eduEast Asian Religion, Thought & CultureThe East Asian Religion, Thought & Culture major trains students in the philosophical and religious traditions that help shape and inform the many aspects of East Asia’s diverse cultures. The major trains students in a way that is grounded in a familiarity with the texts, languages, and cultures of East Asian societies, while also examining how these traditions have been (and might better be) brought into humanistic disciplines.“The East Asian Religion, Thought & Culture major will help you understand the deep philosophical underpinnings of the cultures of East Asia. You will have the opportunity to study Buddhism, Confucianism, and philosophical Daoism in historical perspective and to think about their contemporary manifestations.” Sophie Volpp, Professor of East Asian Languages & Cultures and Comparative Literature

29“East Asian Languages and Cultures not only nurtured me into a young scholar but also a more complete person.”Yisheng Tang, AlumGet started by exploring these classes• EALANG C50: Introduction to the Study of Buddhism• Start or continue studying Chinese, Japanese, or Tibetan language Get involved and build community• Berkeley Student Journal of Asian Studies• East Asian Languages & Cultures Undergraduate Student Association• East Asian Union Use your skills Check out what our majors have done ater graduation!• English Teacher• Global Retail • Graduate programs in Asian Studies, Buddhist Studies, and Chinese• Professional schools including Business and Law

30Department of Englishenglish.berkeley.eduenglish_advising@berkeley.eduEnglishRepeatedly ranked the #1 English department in the nation by U.S. News and World Report, we introduce students to literature in all its variety through time and across cultures. An English degree trains students in methods and theories of literary and cultural analysis, shows them how to conduct research and build complex arguments, and continually improves their writing. Majors and minors gain crucial skills for any future profession: to communicate with clarity and confidence, to understand how words and stories work not just in books but in professional lives and society, and to reflect deeply on their reading.“Knowing how to read a poem, which is very hard to do, really does prepare you for life. And at Berkeley, you have had the incredible privilege of learning to read with the very best readers there are.” Sara Guyer, Professor of English and Dean of the Division of Arts & Humanities

31"The kinds of intimate attention to form and relation that we practice in reading literature is the prerequisite for an attentive, which is to say an ethical, presence in the world.” Billy Kieschnick-Mulligan, English AlumGet started by exploring these classes• ENGLISH 45A-B-C: Literature in English• ENGLISH 90: Practices of Literary Study• ENGLISH 17 or 117: ShakespeareGet involved and build community• Daily Cal• Berkeley Fiction Review• Berkeley Poetry Review• Berkeley Undergraduate Journal• English Undergraduate Association• Students of Color Emerging in English Use your skills Check out what our majors have done ater graduation!• Business Development Assoc., UN• Content Writer, Lucid Sotware• Copyeditor, Vogue• Literary Agt. Asst., ICM Partners• Partner Marketing Mgr., Google• Professor, Yale Department of English• Reporter, New York Times• Research Analyst, Capital Group Teacher, Tilden Preparatory School• PhD programs in Archaeology, English, and Comparative Literature• MA programs in Creative Writing and Journalism• Professional schools including Business, Law, and Medicine

32Department of Film & Mediafilmmedia.berkeley.edufilmmediaugadvising@berkeley.eduFilm & MediaThe Film & Media major is an interdisciplinary program that oers rigorous engagement with the entire culture of moving images. The program teaches students to think historically, theoretically, and analytically about a wide range of cinematic forms, and encourages students to look at moving images from the vantage point of other disciplines. Students may complement their study of the history and theory of moving images with the hands-on experience provided by production and screenwriting classes. "Majoring in Film & Media trains students to understand and engage with the media they encounter every day, from film and television to digital media and the internet. With its emphasis on the history and theory of moving images, a degree in Film & Media opens up a world of possibilities for students interested in contemporary media industries." Jacob Gaboury, Associate Professor of Film & Media

33“As a Film & Media major, I studied films that were made against all odds—I learned about film movements, and auteurs that defied convention. In the process, I finally developed the confidence to tell my own stories, make my own films in forms that authentically articulate how I see the world.” Sara Boutorabi, Class of 2019Get started by exploring these classes• FILM 10: Film History and Form• FILM 20: Film and Media TheoryGet involved and build community• CalTV• Cinebears• Cinematic Arts and Production (CAP) Club Use your skills• Assistant Producer, Full Frame Productions• Editor, Millenium Film Journal• Junior Video Editor, Yelp• Manager, Berkeley Art Museum• Publicity Coordinator, Allied Integrated Marketing• Researcher, Launchpad Entertainment 360• Videographer, Honeydue• Graduate programs in Film Studies and Production• Information Management & Systems, Masters• Journalism, Masters• Public Policy, Masters

34“What if I want to travel and study abroad?”Studying abroad is one of the many transformative experiences you can have as an undergraduate student. You can study abroad or complete a global internship as early as the summer ater your freshman year, or if you are a transfer student, as early as your second semester. Whether you’re taking a class or gaining valuable professional experience, when you study abroad, you develop language skills, gain global perspectives, and sharpen critical thinking skills that set you up for whatever academic or professional path you plan to pursue. These opportunities inspire new academic interests, shape career paths, and create lasting memories and friendships, contributing to a well-rounded, globally-minded college experience. Find a number of financial, advising, and preparatory resources available through the Study Abroad oce: https://studyabroad.berkeley.edu/

35"I was someone who never thought it would be possible for me to aord to study abroad, but I was able to live in one of the most beautiful cities in the world fully funded by financial aid and other scholarships! I encourage anyone of low-income status to apply to scholarships and seek help from study abroad advisors to make something that seems as unattainable as studying abroad, a reality." Caylee, English Major, Studied abroad in Florence, Italy“Studying abroad in Spain helped me realize that I want to study abroad or have an internship in another country. The cultural experiences are indescribable to helping shape my identity. Just having the opportunity to study abroad was so meaningful. I met so many amazing people and created genuine friendships all whilst living my best life.”Yajaira, Spanish Major, Studied abroad in Madrid, Spain

36Department of Frenchfrench.berkeley.edufrendept@berkeley.eduFrenchThe French major opens the door to understanding the language and cultural production of France and the French-speaking world. Majors advance their oral and written competency in French through studies of linguistics, translation, and the literary arts. Courses in the French department emphasize the ties between language and the arts on the one hand, and history, politics, race, and gender on the other. Students of French bring the insights developed through contact with this rich culture to a critical understanding and appreciation of their own.“French is the fith most widely spoken language, and historically it has had an exceptional cultural impact in the world. Come on an intellectual adventure exploring the writers, philosophers, artists, historians, and filmmakers who have enriched the French tradition, and learn about contemporary French culture through our courses, internships, and study abroad opportunities.” Rick Kern, Professor of French

37“The analytical and critical thinking skills I acquired studying French have helped me across varied workplaces and in dierent countries.“Maria Jelvis, French AlumGet started by exploring these classes• FRENCH 80: Cultural History of Paris• FRENCH 142AC: Cultures of Franco-America• Get involved and build community• Le Cercle Français • Trop Cool 4 School (French zine) Use your skills Check out what our majors have done ater graduation!• Annual Fund Supervisor, L.A. Opera• Computational Linguist, MITRE• Content Manager, Air France• Investment Banking Analyst., Goldman Sachs • Planning Associate, City of Los Angeles • Sotware Engineer, Amazon• TAPIF, English Teaching Assistantship in France• Translator & Précis Writer, United Nations• PhD programs in Art History, French, Romance Languages and Literatures, and Linguistics• MA programs in Public Policy and Secondary Education• Professional schools including Business, Law, and Medicine

38Department of Germangerman.berkeley.edugermanic@berkeley.eduGermanThe German major oers a flexible program that allows students to choose among courses on German-speaking culture from the Middle Ages to the present, in order to build language fluency and versatile knowledge and analytical skills. The major oers a large selection of courses on language, literature, philosophy, history, film, and media, along with opportunities to study abroad. Our major oers small classes, personalized attention from faculty, and a sense of community.“Our major provides a liberal arts education through the lens of a major European language.” Deniz Göktürk, Professor of German

39“I loved that no matter what German class I was in, the content was presented in a relevant and succinct way that somehow always connected to current events and topics.”Madison Erdall, Class of 2019Get started by exploring these classes• GERMAN 39: Freshman Seminar• GERMAN 158: Freud and His Cultural LegaciesGet involved and build community• Kaeeklatsch• Stammtisch Use your skills Check out what our majors have done ater graduation!• Bundestag Intern, DAAD (German Academic Exchange Service)• Customer Service, Deutsche Bank• Fulbright Fellow, U.S. State Department• Research Analyst, Roberts Capital Advisors• Sales & Business Development, Oracle• Translator, Buchenwald Memorial• Translator, Facebook• PhD programs in Comparative Literature, Education, German, and Linguistics• MA programs in International Relations and Social Work• Professional schools in Business, Law, and Medicine

40Department of Ancient Greek & Roman Studieshttps://dagrs.berkeley.edu/dagrs@berkeley.eduGreek & Latin | Greek | LatinThe Department of Ancient Greek and Roman Studies (AGRS) oers training in ancient Greek and Latin from the ground up, enabling students to encounter texts such as Homer’s Odyssey and Ovid’s Metamorphoses in their original form. Students have three options: they can major in Greek & Latin; they may alternatively choose to focus on one language and major in Greek or in Latin. Students contextualize their work in the languages and deepen their understanding of the literature by delving into Greek and Roman civilization (art, philosophy, religion, etc.), in classes led by professors who are renowned for innovative scholarship and dedication to undergraduate teaching.“Majoring in ancient Greek and Latin will give you the chance to read and analyze some of the best literature ever written - the works of Homer, Sappho, Cicero, Virgil, and so many more - in their own words. Becoming proficient in these ancient languages will also transform your relationship with language in general.” Duncan MacRae, Associate Professor of Ancient Greek & Roman Studies

41“Class settings are smaller, with time for questions and discussions. Students get to know one another." Mackhai Nguyen, Latin MajorGet started by exploring these classes• AGRS 10A and 10B: Greek and Roman CivilizationGet involved and build community• Berkeley Undergraduate Journal of Classics• Classical Forum Use your skills• Assistant Professor, University of Illinois• Curator, Newport Historical Society • General Counsel, Atomic VC• Head of Marketing, Jibrel• Manuscript Editor, JAMA Network• Teacher, NYC Dept. of Education• Comparative Literature, PhD• Secondary Education, MA• Professional schools including Business and Law

42“What if I want to double major?”If you want to major in multiple programs, you will be in good company! More than 25% of the undergraduates in Arts & Humanities have multiple majors, whether within the College of Letters & Science (L&S) or at one of the other UC Berkeley colleges, such as the Rausser College of Natural Resources and the College of Environmental Design. With careful planning and help from our advisors, you can definitely explore all of your academic interests, whatever they may be.Learn about the policies regarding multiple majors at the L&S Advising website: https://lsadvising.berkeley.edu/ Find all the majors oered at Berkeley through the Academic Guide: https://guide.berkeley.edu/

“Degree programs in the humanities and social sciences have trained me in skills including but not limited to academic research, textual and geospatial analysis, as well as critical ways of thinking about the world. I deeply appreciate the amazing faculty, sta members, undergrad and grad students as well as the community built through various oppor-tunities to be more involved in department activities and student life.” Student majoring in Italian Studies, Geography, Comparative Literature43“Pursuing both a STEM and language major has allowed me to achieve a balanced, but focused, experience at Berkeley. Studying both fields has been central to my experience: experiencing the smaller, professor-focused classes as well as larger lectures that teach initiative and proactiveness, meeting wide ranges of people (students, sta, lecturers, and professors alike!), and understanding that research exists profoundly and deeply through all academic disciplines.”Amodini Choudhary, French and Molecular & Cell Biology Major

44Department of History of Artarthistory.berkeley.eduart_history@berkeley.eduHistory of ArtThe History of Art major is designed to give students a solid grounding in the artistic traditions, practices, and contexts that comprise historical and contemporary visuality. By introducing students to the discipline’s history, methods, and debates, the major prepares students to pursue independent research, evaluate evidence, create coherent and sustained arguments, and develop academic writing skills. Students in the major gain exposure to dierent historical periods, geographical regions, and topics, while having the flexibility to pursue specific interests by selecting a Focus of Study."Art history, as a discipline, has constantly exploded and expanded what art is, what it can do, and what counts as art." Atreyee Gupta, Associate Professor of History of Art

45“Art history provided a lens for me to see the world in a way that allows me to be porous to the world. I can soak everything up, I can slow down, I can look at and appreciate culture. And not everyone went into the art world, so many of my peers became project managers, writers, journalists, but they have a diverse range of skills.”Patricia Carino Valdez, History of Art AlumGet started by exploring these classes• HISTART 10 and 11: Introduction to Western Art• HISTART 27: Visual Cultures of Africa• HISTART 34 and 35: Arts of China and Japan Get involved and build community• History of Art Undergraduate Student Association• see/saw - History of Art Journal at UC Berkeley Use your skills Check out what our majors have done ater graduation!• Analyst Consultant, Accenture• Assistant Creative Producer, Masterclass• Development Associate, SFMOMA• Education Assistant, Cooper Hewitt • Public Programs Assistant, OC Museum of Art• Registrar, Art Gallery• Graduate programs in Architecture, Art History, History, and Humanities• Professional schools including Business• Professional schools including Business, Law, and Medicine

46Department of Italian Studiesitalian.berkeley.eduissaug@berkeley.eduItalian StudiesThe Italian Studies major oers courses in both English and Italian and a summer travel study program in Venice and Trieste. Committed to the interdisciplinary study of Italy, its renowned faculty teaches classes on a variety of topics (Italian language, literature, history, philosophy, film, folklore), while striving to open new spaces of inclusivity by interrogating histories of race, gender, class, and power. Many of our undergraduates take advantage of Education Abroad Programs in Bologna, Florence, Milan, and Rome, and benefit from internships oered by the Italian Consulate in San Francisco. “I think that there’s so much one can gain by looking back at medieval and Renaissance literature, and seeing how the sciences and humanities were all connected once. Everything is still all connected, and we need to make that as clear as can possibly be.”Akash Kumar, Assistant Professor of Italian Studies

47“Studying Italian...has not only enriched my academic career at Cal but also shaped me to be someone who dares to get outside of my comfort zone.”Alum, Class of 2019Get started by exploring these classes • ITALIAN 40: Italian Culture• ITALIAN 30: DanteGet involved and build community • Bocciardi Undergraduate Conference• Italian language peer tutoring Use your skills Check out what our majors have done ater graduation!• Associate, Morrison & Foerster• Business Platform Agent, Accenture• Consultant, Capgemini• Culinary Producer, Viceland• Site Coordinator, AmeriCorps• Graduate programs in Art History, Comparative Literature, Educational Leadership, and Italian Studies• Professional schools including Business

48Department of East Asian Languages & Cultureshttps://ealc.berkeley.edu/ealc@berkeley.eduJapanese LanguageThe Japanese Language major trains students on the humanistic investigation of major East Asian traditions through a curriculum that focuses on the modern and classical forms of the language; reading works in their historical and cultural contexts; and introducing students to the vast array of artistic, literary and philosophical traditions of East Asia and their transformations in modernity."Japanese society is changing rapidly as it continues to wrestle with its aging demographics and economic dilemmas. The study of Japan is vital because it is now grappling with the great global issues that will confront us all in the future—issues related to international law and human rights, the environment and global warming, economic development and migration, media and the arts, and technology. The study of Japan will prepare Berkeley students for the future, perhaps to handle things more ethically and creatively on the way toward a better shared existence." Dan O'Neill, Associate Professor of East Asian Languages & Cultures

49"As someone who has always been fascinated by world literature, EALC classes finally oered a place for me to study these works in depth, engage in open discussions with like-minded students, and use literature as a means of learning about history and culture as a whole. With the aim to work abroad in Japan ater graduation, I strongly believe that it is thanks to EALC classes that I have gathered indispensable knowledge about Japanese culture, language, and history that I will undoubtedly be able to utilize in the future." Lukas Goh, Japanese Language MajorGet started by exploring these classes • JAPAN 7A, 7B, or 7C: Introduction to Japanese Literature, Media, and CultureGet involved and build community • Berkeley Student Journal of Asian Studies• Cal Japan Club• Japanese Cinema/Anime Club Use your skills • Graphic Artist• Global Retail Specialist• Media Analyst• Behavioral Therapist• Subtitler, Crunchyroll• English Teacher• Game localization• Rare Book School• Translation and interpretation• International Marketing• Graduate programs in Buddhist Studies and Japanese• Professional schools including Business and Law

50“What if I want to add a minor?”Adding a minor can significantly enrich and diversify your education as an undergraduate student. By broadening your academic scope, you gain perspectives from another discipline and develop a more holistic understanding of complex issues. A minor helps curate your education, enabling you to explore new fields or deepen your knowledge in areas you are passionate aboutThe Division of Arts & Humanities oers more than 40 minors: Ancient Greek & Roman StudiesArabicArmenian StudiesBuddhist StudiesCeltic StudiesChinese LanguageComparative LiteratureDance & Performance StudiesDigital Humanities Dutch StudiesEast European/Eurasian Languages/CulturesEnglishFrenchGermanGreekHebrewHispanic Languages & LiteraturesHistory of ArtItalian StudiesJapanese LanguageJewish Studies Korean LanguageLatinLogicMedieval Studies Middle Eastern Languages & CulturesMusicPersianPhilosophyPortuguese Languages & Literatures

51Rhetoric Russian CultureRussian LanguageRussian LiteratureScandinavianSouth & Southeast Asian StudiesSpanish Language, Literatures, & CultureTheater & Performance Studies Tibetan Transnational Italian StudiesTurkishWe also oer Course Threads, certificates that allow Berkeley under-graduates to explore intellectual themes connecting courses across departments and disciplines. Thread themes include: • Culture & Globalization• Historical & Modern City• Humanities & Environment• Law & Humanities• Prison StudiesFor more information, visit https://artshumanities.berkeley.edu

52Department of Middle Eastern Languages & Culturesmelc.berkeley.edurania.shah@berkeley.eduMiddle Eastern Languages & CulturesThe Middle Eastern Languages & Cultures (MELC) major studies the languages, literature, art, archaeology, history, and cultures of the Middle East from antiquity to modern times. MELC oers language programs in Arabic, Hebrew, Persian, and Turkish, and in the ancient languages of Egyptian, Sumerian, Akkadian, Aramaic, and Old/Middle Iranian. Students can explore the interconnected worlds of ancient Egypt, Mesopotamia, and their neighbors, as well as the modern literature and diverse cultures of the modern Middle East. The major also oers study in pre-modern and modern Jewish, Christian, and Islamic traditions. Students participate in a discovery experience that is innovative, collaborative, transdisciplinary, and features hands-on and digital research.“Students have the unique opportunity to delve into renowned literary masterpieces, including the texts of Hammurabi, Ibn Battuta, Rumi, and modern thinkers like Yehudah Amichai and Mahmoud Darwish. Our programs allow students to explore these influential texts and learn to read them in their original languages, oering a deeper, more authentic understanding of their writings and cultural significance.” Benjamin Porter, Associate Professor of Middle Eastern Archaeology

53“Graduates can go on to study languages, literature, and policy at the graduate level, but they are also particularly well equipped for careers in law and international business.”Alex George, Arabic Major, Class of 2017Get started by exploring these classes• MELC 10 and 11: Ancient and Modern Middle Eastern Worlds Get involved and build community• Undergraduate Research Apprentice Program (URAP) at Phoebe Hearst Museum• The Center for Middle Eastern Studies (CMES) Use your skills Check out what our majors have done ater graduation!• Actor & Comedian • Copy Editor, Oxford Middle Eastern Review• Director of Operations, SF Energy Coop• Project Specialist, CISCO Systems• Senior Analyst, London Politica• PhD programs at Harvard University, UCLA, and Oxford• Professional schools including Berkeley Law School, Cornell Tech Business School, Digital Curation and Museum Studies at John Hopkins, and McGill University Medical School

54Department of Musichttps://music.berkeley.edu/MusicAdvising@berkeley.eduMusicThe Department of Music is dedicated to a holistic liberal education in the arts and humanities and thus involves students in all aspects of the study of music: theoretical and creative studies, historical and cultural studies, music and technology, and performance.“[Berkeley Music] is filled with young, expert performers, yet we are not a conservatory. Many of our students are also impressive intellectuals.”Ken Ueno, Professor of Composition

55"Philosophy asks fundamental questions that seem to transcend global topics, such as politics, in terms of their everyday importance."Vicky Lin, Music AlumGet started by exploring these classes• MUSIC 25: Introduction to Music Theory, Analysis, and Notation• MUSIC 26AC: Music in American CultureGet involved and build community• Center for New Music and Associated Technologies (CNMAT)• Undergraduate Composers Club• Music Undergraduate Committee• Performance Ensembles Use your skills Check out what our majors have done ater graduation!• Consultant, SGR Consulting• Music Teacher • Sotware Developer, CISCO Systems• Sta Writer, Longneck and Thunderfoot• Graduate programs in Music Performance, Music Theory, Foreign Languages, Public Health, and Medicine

56Department of Philosophyhttps://philosophy.berkeley.edu/phildept@berkeley.eduPhilosophyThe Philosophy Department oers a major and minor in philosophy, as well as a minor in logic. Qualified majors in philosophy have the further option of entering the honors program. Our faculty and students have research interests covering the whole field of philosophy, from antiquity to the present day, and represent both the analytic and continental traditions.“We set our sights on supporting philosophy at the highest levels everywhere.” Alva Noë, Professor of Philosophy

57“Philosophy, in my opinion, asks more fundamental questions that seem to transcend global topics, such as politics, in terms of their everyday importance.” Matthew Rowe, Philosophy MajorGet started by exploring these classes• PHILOS 2: Individual Morality and Social Justice• PHILOS 3: The Nature of MindGet involved and build community• Cal Philosophy Forum• The Idealist Journal• Minorities and Philosophy (MAP)• Cosmopolitan Philosophy at Berkeley Use your skills• Public Defender• English Teacher• Marketing Manager, Industrial Internet of Things at Xerox PARC• Security Solutions Engineer• Program Analyst, Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory• Graduate programs in Philosophy and Theology• Professional schools including Business, Law, and Medicine

58“What if I want to go to graduate school?”Berkeley Career Engagement reports that about 20% of our students enter directly into advanced degree programs ater finishing their undergraduate degrees and over 50% expect to do so within five years of graduation. Faculty in your major department as well as advisors at Berkeley Career Engagement and the Arts & Humanities Diversity Oce can help you consider your options for graduate school, from strengthening your application materials to navigating funding opportunities. Given the incredible undergraduate research opportunities available on our campus, you will certainly stand out when it comes time to apply to a graduate program.Find resources around graduate school through Berkeley Career Engagement: https://career.berkeley.edu/Learn more about programming and advising through the A&H Diversity Oce: https://artshumanities.berkeley.edu/diversityIf you are interested in graduate programs at UC Berkeley, you can browse the Graduate Division website: https://grad.berkeley.edu/

59“When I think of Berkeley, I think of its unique focus on interdisciplinary work and collaboration. As an undergrad-uate, I took classes co-taught by professors from vastly different fields, enjoyed many classes far outside of my major, and engaged in a broad liberal arts course of study, one that as a foreign language student even included math and science courses. This taught me that interdisciplinary collaboration was normal and the beating heart of humanistic inquiry. This interdisciplinary foundation is critical as a graduate student.” Jenna Ingalls, German BA ’10, PhD ’17

60Department of Rhetoricrhetoric.berkeley.edurhetoricugadvising@berkeley.eduRhetoricThe Rhetoric major trains students in the history of rhetorical theory and practice, grounded in argumentation and in the analysis of the symbolic and institutional dimensions of discourse. Students gain a pragmatic understanding of the elements of rhetorical analysis, with special attention to logic, style, tropes, figures, and images, and receive a thorough grounding in the historical development of these elements in rhetorical theory.“Rhetoric’s inherent multidisciplinary subject matter makes it an ideal major for students seeking to obtain the sort of liberal arts education that will prepare them for the diversity of careers requiring advanced critical thinking and communications skills, such as law, business, civil service, education, medicine, science, and more.” Nasser Zakariya, Associate Professor of Rhetoric

61“By combining so many disciplines under one umbrella, Rhetoric expanded my brain in ways I never anticipated when I first encountered the major.”Sophie Golub, Class of 2016Get started by exploring these classes • RHETOR 10: Introduction to Practical Reasoning and Critical Analysis of Argument• RHETOR 20: Rhetorical Interpretation Get involved and build community • Law & Humanities Course Thread• Rhetoric Society Use your skillsCheck out what our majors have done ater graduation!• Advisory Associate, KPMG• HR Associate, VISA• Producer, NPR/KQED Public Radio• Program Analyst, UCSF• Project Manager, Hewlett Packard• Graduate programs in Applied Economics, Art History, English Literature, and Secondary Education• Professional schools including Business and Law

62Department of Scandinavianscandinavian.berkeley.eduissaug@berkeley.eduScandinavianStudents in the Scandinavian major select one of the following five concentrations: Danish, Finnish, Norwegian, Old Norse Studies, and Swedish. Each concentration allows students to explore the major while developing expertise within the language and literature of a Nordic language. Students receive further training in their major language skills by pursuing reading in original Scandinavian languages and through special add-on major units that allow students to work closely with a professor in their major language area.The Scandinavian major oers a rare opportunity to explore the languages, literatures, cultures, and histories of Scandinavia, a region of the world oten depicted as an egalitarian utopia. We study this and the rich heritage of the Nordic region from the Viking age until today, while also delving beneath the polished surfaces and encouraging critical thinking about the established narratives of the region, the disparities between ideals and reality, and the blind spots in Scandinavian self-perception.

63“The Department of Scandinavian has not only allowed me to explore Nordic languages, ranging from Norwegian to Old Norse, but it has also fostered a community for events such as International Cinnamon Bun Day and Maypole decorating through the Nordic Kafe.”Class of 2025 StudentGet started by exploring these classes • SCANDIN 75: Nordic Culture and ValuesGet involved and build community • Nordic Kafe Use your skills Check out what our majors have done ater graduation!• Associate Corporate Counsel, Google• Data Control Operations, Stanford• Norwegian Language Translator• Photographer, Iceland Magazine• Teacher, Hayward High School• Graduate programs in Bioarchaeology, Cognition and Communication, Linguistics, and Medieval Icelandic Studies• Professional schools including Law

64Department of Slavic Languages & Literaturehttps://slavic.berkeley.edu/issaug@berkeley.eduSlavic Languages and LiteraturesThe Slavic Languages and Literatures department oers two major tracks. The Major in Russian, East European, and Eurasian Languages and Cultures is based on an interdisciplinary approach to the distinct yet also interconnected languages and cultures of this diverse area. Students focus on one language: Russian, Bosnian/Croatian/Serbian, Czech, Polish, Armenian, or Hungarian. The Major in Russian Language and Literature is designed to give students advanced proficiency in the language and an in-depth knowledge of the literary tradition.The department’s two major tracks oer an interdisciplinary study of the fascinating languages, rich historical legacies, and multifaceted cultures of a vitally important region of the world. Small-sized classes and outstanding faculty make the students’ academic experience personal, intellectually stimulating, and highly productive.

65“The Slavic department was an invaluable part of my college experience. I can’t imagine a better setting for learning a foreign language.”Alum, Class of 2019Get started by exploring these classes • SLAVIC 45: Nineteenth-Century Russian Literature• SLAVIC 50: Intro to Russian/East European/Eurasian CulturesGet involved and build community • Russian Conversation Hour• Troika Undergraduate Journal• Dobro Slovo National Slavic Honor Society Use your skills • Attorney, Winston & Straun• Business Development, SAP• Digital News Producer, KTLA• Legislative Staer, US House of Rep• Writer, The Armenian Weekly • Graduate programs in Comparative Literature, History, International Relations, and Russian Literature• Professional schools including Law

66“What if I want to go to professional school?”Pre-med and pre-law students come from a variety of backgrounds and pursue many dierent majors – from Biology to English, and from Economics to Philosophy – as do students who eventually pursue MBAs. During your time as an undergraduate, choose the major that most excites you; advisors from L&S and our career center can help you strategize how to complete professional school prerequisites alongside your major coursework. A background in the arts and humanities will sharpen your critical thinking, reading, and writing skills, ground you in a historically informed ethical framework, and give you ample experience considering complex questions from multiple angles.Find more resources on planning ahead for professional schools, including Business, Law, and Medicine, at Berkeley Career Engagement:https://career.berkeley.edu/

67“The theme of both of my undergraduate degrees—Rhetoric and French—is just translation as a larger concept. I may have a mastery of the law, but the client needs that translated into ‘What should I do? What should I not do? What are the rules and norms around this area of the law?’ There's a constant process of strategy and interpretation to take the law and translate it into advice for the client.” Meg Parker, Rhetoric and French BA ’10, JD from Georgetown University Law Center

68Department of South & Southeast Asian Studiessseas.berkeley.edusseas@berkeley.eduSouth & Southeast Asian StudiesThe South & Southeast Asian Studies major is a flexible, interdisciplinary program oering opportunities for both wide and comparative study of South and Southeast Asian cultures, literature, religion, and history. Students may choose from 13 languages for language study, including Bengali, Burmese, Filipino, Hindi, Indonesian, Khmer, Punjabi, Sanskrit, Tamil, Telugu, Thai, Urdu, and Vietnamese.“SSEAS is a dynamic and intimate community united by our enthusiasm for the culture, history, arts, literature, religions, and politics of this vast region. Our students develop a passion and expertise for their chosen area, which informs their personal and professional trajectories. Our major has never been more relevant given the ever-increasing importance of this part of the world.” Rahul Parson, Assistant Professor of South & Southeast Asian Studies

69“Without my SSEAS degree I never would have interned at Wedu in Bangkok, and never would have realized that my desired career path is to help international students study in the US.” Blair Dishon, SSEAS AlumGet started by exploring these classes • SASIAN 100A: Introduction to Ancient South Asia• SEASIAN 101A: Introduction to the History, Religion, and Culture of Mainland Southeast Asia Get involved and build community • Join an anity group, such as the Indian Students Association, Pilipino American Alliance, and many more• Attend events at the Center for Southeast Asia Studies (CSEAS) Use your skills Check out what our majors have done ater graduation!• Assistant Professor• Business Development Associate• Coordinator, AmeriCorps• Foreign Service Ocer, US Dept of State• Paralegal• Graduate programs in Asian Studies, International Education, and Public Health

70Department of Spanish & Portuguesespanish-portuguese.berkeley.eduspanua@berkeley.eduSpanish & PortugueseThe Spanish & Portuguese major is designed for students to gain competence in written and spoken Spanish and/or Portuguese. This is accomplished through both the formal study of the linguistic structure and social history of one or both of these languages and a critical understanding of the development and achievements of their literatures in Latin America and the Iberian World.“Our department is a medium-sized one, big enough to oer a wide variety of approaches to teaching and research yet small enough to aord students personal attention and mentoring. We are proud to be a multi-disciplinary department, featuring innovative scholarship across linguistics, literature and cultural studies.” Daylet Dominguez, Associate Professor of Spanish & Portuguese

71“The Spanish and Portuguese Department at Cal created a welcoming environment that allowed me to be vulnerable while learning a new language.”Madison Dunlap, Class of 2019Get started by exploring these classes • SPANISH 135AC: Indigenous and Latinx Pathways of Memory in California• PORTUG 50: Intensive Portuguese for Spanish SpeakersGet involved and build community • Spanish & Portuguese Research Apprenticeship Program (SPRAP)• Study Abroad in a Spanish- or Portuguese-speaking country• Honors Program Use your skills • Clinical Research Coordinator, UCSF• Community Aairs, Consulate of Mexico• Community Engagement, Immigrants Rising• Cyber Threat Analysis, Darktrace• Health Educator, Public Health Institute• Recruiter, Pinpoint Partners• Spanish Interpreter/Translator, New Haven Unified School District• Graduate programs in Comparative Literature, Education, Linguistics, Social Work, and Spanish• Professional schools including Law

72Department of Theater, Dance & Performance Studies (TDPS)tdps.berkeley.edutdpsugadvisor@berkeley.edu Theater & Performance StudiesStudents in the Theater & Performance Studies major will engage with theater performance on physical, intellectual, and aesthetic levels, growing not only as performers but also as artists, thinkers, makers, viewers, and participants in the artistic event. The practical focus of the major is to create theater of all kinds using all its art forms. Equally important is the study of theater and dance performance theory, history, culture, and literature, thereby balancing the practical with the theoretical.“I let Cal and TDPS feeling full. I knew something about Shakespeare and Greek tragedies, Martha Graham, Augusto Boal, myself as an artist and a thinker. I had a relationship to my moving body that was positive and brimming with curiosity. And I had connections with people that would serve me in my future.” Bear Graham, TDPS Faculty Member & Alumnus

73“TDPS helped me find confidence in myself and the courage to pursue a career that not many people think is possible.”Melanie Anne Padernal, Alum, Actor & ProducerGet started by exploring these classes• THEATER 10: Fundamentals of Acting I• THEATER 26: Introduction to Performance Studies• THEATER 60: Introduction to Technical Theater & Production Get involved and build community• Audition for TDPS productions and student-directed workshops at the start of each semester• Get involved with student-run theater companies including Bar-eStage Productions, Artistic Nerds 4 Theater Creativity (ANTI), or Untitled Theater Company Use your skills Check out what our majors have done ater graduation!• Actors for Feature Films, TV & Stage Productions• Directors at Regional & Broadway Theaters• Emmy Award-Winning Production Designer• Obie Award-Winning Playwright• Tony Award-Winning Costume Designer & Producers• Writers for Netflix, Prime, and Disney+• M.F.A. in Acting, M.B.A. in Arts Administration

74“What if I don’t know what I want to do after graduation?”A degree in the humanities has no pre-set career outcome. Instead, it equips you with a skillset that will serve you well no matter what field you choose ater graduation. Critical thinking, communication skills, intercultural awareness, and a knowledge of history: all of these core competencies make our majors stand out in the job market. Moreover, in an era when stable career trajectories are largely a thing of the past, our degrees prepare you to respond flexibly to an increasingly unpredictable market. Alumni can set up appointments with our dedicated career counselors up to a year ater graduation and have full access to a suite of online resources for five years.Discover on-demand resources, advising appointments, and scheduled networking events at Berkeley Career Engagement: https://career.berkeley.edu/ Join us each spring for our annual Creative Careers Week. View events on the Arts & Humanities website: https://artshumanities.berkeley.edu/

75“As VP of Apparel for Peloton, I oten found myself as the only woman in a boardroom. They're all 60-year-old men who’ve been in business for 40 years. I was an actress, and then a lawyer, and now here I am building an apparel brand from scratch. I'm trying to show them how I'm going to take this business to a $300 million top line by 2025, and they're peppering me with questions. But in my time at Berkeley I learned to get prepared, so I was prepared for everything. If I hadn’t majored in the humanities, I don't know that I would have been so good at public speaking, been so good at research, been so good at writing. No matter where you plan to go in your career, anyone graduating from Berkeley should be confident when you’re going out there.”Jill Foley, Film ’00

76Campus ResourcesAssociated Students of the University of California Berkeley (ASUC)The ASUC is the ocially recognized student association at the University of California, Berkeley that advocates for students on a University, local, state, and national level and represents the student body on administrative campus committees.Basic Needs Center The Basic Needs Center acts as a virtual and physical hub that provides and connects students to essential services that impact health, belonging and overall well-being. All enrolled students are eligible for Basic Needs Center resources and services.Berkeley International OceThe Berkeley International Oce’s mission is to enhance the academic experiences of international students by providing expertise in advising, immigration services, advocacy, and programming to UC Berkeley.Counseling and Psychological Services The UHS Counseling and Psychological Services supports the emotional, psychological, educational, social and cultural development of all UC Berkeley students through a wide range of multiculturally based counseling, psychiatric, career, and educational services.Berkeley Career Engagement Berkeley Career Engagement oers career services, including counseling appointments available in-person, video, and telephone. Services are free and available to all undergraduate and graduate students as well as alumni within 5 years of graduation.Disabled Students’ ProgramThe Disabled Students’ Program promotes an inclusive environment for students with disabilities, providing appropriate accommoda-tions and services to individuals reaching their academic goals. Gender Equity Resource Center The Gender Equity Resource Center, is a campus community center serving students, faculty, sta, and alumni to connect for resources, services, education and leadership programs related to gender and sexuality.

77Ombuds Oce for Students and Postdoctoral AppointeesThe mission of the Ombuds Oce for Students and Postdoctoral Appointees is to provide an informal dispute resolution process while advocating fairness and reasonable solutions to student and postdoctoral issues and concerns. PATH to Care CenterThe PATH to Care Center leads the eort to transform the campus into a community that is free of sexual violence, harassment, intimate partner violence, and stalking through prevention, advocacy, training, and healing. Restorative Justice Center The Restorative Justice Center of UC Berkeley oers community-based circle processes in response to harm to students and sta on campus. Trauma-informed restorative practitioners can work with communities to meet their needs.Student Learning Center The Student Learning Center supports students on campus through service models that realize full academic potential and aspirations. The SLC oers tutoring in a variety of programs and subjects.Transfer Student Center The Transfer Student Center provides services to current Cal transfer students from other colleges and universities with navigating the academic and cultural landscape, focusing on a successful transition and fostering community. University Health Services, Tang CenterStudents can use the medical services at the Tang Center just as they would their regular doctor's oce and urgent care center. Our facility is fully accredited, staed by licensed and/or board-certified physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, a nutritionist, and nurses.

78Explore CampusBerkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive (BAMPFA) is one of the nation’s leading university museums, BAMPFA is a forum for cultural experiences that transform individuals and advance the global discourse on art and film. Free admission for students.The Bancrot Library is the special collections library at UC Berkeley and is one of the largest and most heavily used libraries of manuscripts in the United States.The Berkeley Center for New Media is a research, teaching, and public events program on campus that strives to critically analyze and help shape developments in new media forms.Cafe Ohlone shares Ohlone food to work towards restoration of Ohlone Indian culinary traditions. The cafe is located in the courtyard outside of the Phoebe A. Hearst Museum of Anthropology.The Doe Memorial Library supports the teaching, research, and instructional needs aliated with more than fity academic departments and programs. The Art History/Classics Library and the South/ Southeast Asia Library are also found here.The Jacobs Institute for Design Innovation is a hub for learning and making at the intersection of design and technology, and facilitates a diverse range of making practices, from sketching to cutting-edge digital fabrication.The Lawrence Hall of Science is at the forefront of science education, working to foster scientific exploration with a focus on equitable learning experiences.

79Mott Library is one of the busiest student campus libraries. Home to Free Speech Movement Café and the News Paper Display Wall.The Phoebe A. Hearst Museum of Anthropology is dedicated to the study of cultures, with an estimated 3.8 million objects from around the world, and located in the heart of campus. Free admission for students.The UC Botanical Garden is one of the most diverse landscapes in the world, featuring 9 regions of naturalistic plantings from Australia to South Africa. Free admission for students.The Hearst Greek Theatre at UC Berkeley is an 8,500 seat amphitheater that hosts music concerts, UC Berkeley graduation ceremonies and occasional addresses by noted speakers.The Cal Performances mission is to produce and present performances enhanced by programs at the intersection of education and performing arts. Special tickets and packages can be purchased by students.

80Designed by Mister Sister Studio for the Division of Arts & Humanities at UC Berkeley