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GEO 1: Introduction to Physical Geography
Description: This course is a spatial study of the Earth?s dynamic physical systems and processes. Topics include: Earth-sun geometry, weather, climate, water, landforms, soil, and the biosphere. Emphasis is on the interrelationships among environmental and human systems and processes and their resulting patterns and distributions. Tools of geographic inquiry are also briefly covered; they may include: maps, remote sensing, Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and Global Positioning Systems (GPS). CRN: 10433    SECTION: EN3
LOCATION: ONLINE    START & END DATES: 2026-07-13 - 2026-08-13
INSTRUCTOR: YOUNESSI, MARYAM

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GEO 20: Introduction to Geographic Information Systems
Description: Computer-based information technology tools and techniques that analyze spatial relationships between locations and attributes of physical, cultural, and economic features. Visualization of geographic relationships to support decision-making through interactive linkages of maps, databases, images, and charts. Introduction to GIS theory, principles, concepts, applications, and operations. Field trips may be required. CRN: 11066    SECTION: EN1
LOCATION: ONLINE    START & END DATES: 2026-06-08 - 2026-07-09
INSTRUCTOR: MILLER, JEFFREY CURTIS

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HIS 8: U.S. History Since Reconstruction
Description: A survey of United States history from 1877 to the present with a special emphasis on the interaction amongst and the experiences of diverse racial/ethnic (African Americans, European Americans, Native Americans, Chicano/Latino Americans, Asian Americans, and Middle Eastern Americans), gender and socioeconomic groups in American History. Includes analysis of (1) the U.S. Constitution as a living document in the context of historical change, and (2) significant issues related to California state and local governments. CRN: 10039    SECTION: EN2
LOCATION: ONLINE    START & END DATES: 2026-07-13 - 2026-08-13
INSTRUCTOR: MERCADO, JUAN PABLO

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HIS 8: U.S. History Since Reconstruction
Description: A survey of United States history from 1877 to the present with a special emphasis on the interaction amongst and the experiences of diverse racial/ethnic (African Americans, European Americans, Native Americans, Chicano/Latino Americans, Asian Americans, and Middle Eastern Americans), gender and socioeconomic groups in American History. Includes analysis of (1) the U.S. Constitution as a living document in the context of historical change, and (2) significant issues related to California state and local governments. CRN: 10194    SECTION: EN3
LOCATION: ONLINE    START & END DATES: 2026-06-22 - 2026-08-13
INSTRUCTOR: EIGEN, KATHRYN ANN

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HIS 8: U.S. History Since Reconstruction
Description: A survey of United States history from 1877 to the present with a special emphasis on the interaction amongst and the experiences of diverse racial/ethnic (African Americans, European Americans, Native Americans, Chicano/Latino Americans, Asian Americans, and Middle Eastern Americans), gender and socioeconomic groups in American History. Includes analysis of (1) the U.S. Constitution as a living document in the context of historical change, and (2) significant issues related to California state and local governments. CRN: 10318    SECTION: EN4
LOCATION: ONLINE    START & END DATES: 2026-06-22 - 2026-08-13
INSTRUCTOR: EIGEN, KATHRYN ANN

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PSYC C1000: Introduction to Psychology
Description: This course is an introduction to psychology, which is the study of the mind and behavior. Students focus on theories and concepts of biological, cognitive, developmental, environmental, social, and cultural influences; their applications; and their research foundations. Includes major psychological concepts and theories in the areas of consciousness, learning, memory, motivation, perception, personality, stress, and social behavior. Formerly PSY1. CRN: 11072    SECTION: 061    DAYS & TIMES: MTWTh, 10:30 AM - 12:35 PM
LOCATION: 552    START & END DATES: 2026-06-29 - 2026-08-06
INSTRUCTOR: STAMATAKIS, JEANNINE CALLEA

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PSYC C1000: Introduction to Psychology
Description: This course is an introduction to psychology, which is the study of the mind and behavior. Students focus on theories and concepts of biological, cognitive, developmental, environmental, social, and cultural influences; their applications; and their research foundations. Includes major psychological concepts and theories in the areas of consciousness, learning, memory, motivation, perception, personality, stress, and social behavior. Formerly PSY1. CRN: 11073    SECTION: 062    DAYS & TIMES: MTWTh, 08:00 AM - 10:05 AM
LOCATION: 553    START & END DATES: 2026-06-29 - 2026-08-06
INSTRUCTOR: MORIN, THOMAS A

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PSYC C1000: Introduction to Psychology
Description: This course is an introduction to psychology, which is the study of the mind and behavior. Students focus on theories and concepts of biological, cognitive, developmental, environmental, social, and cultural influences; their applications; and their research foundations. Includes major psychological concepts and theories in the areas of consciousness, learning, memory, motivation, perception, personality, stress, and social behavior. Formerly PSY1. CRN: 11074    SECTION: 081    DAYS & TIMES: MW, 05:30 PM - 08:40 PM
LOCATION: 553    START & END DATES: 2026-06-22 - 2026-08-13
INSTRUCTOR: WEST, SHONDRA L

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SOCI 2: Social Problems
Description: This course is an introduction and analysis of contemporary social problems from a sociological perspective. Major social problems will be analyzed by recognizing the role of power and ideology in the definition of social problems, their causes and consequences, evaluations of proposed solutions, and methods of intervention. Focus on modern American society. CRN: 10909    SECTION: PAC
LOCATION: ONLINE    START & END DATES: 2026-06-08 - 2026-07-09
INSTRUCTOR: RAMOS, GODFREY MANZANA

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SOCI 4: Marriage and Family Relations
Description: This course introduces students to the sociological analysis of family as an institution, including historical and recent changes, present nature(s), and the socio-cultural and economic forces shaping these changes. Areas of focus in this course include the sociological perspective of the family including mate selection, marital roles, marital adjustment, sexual adjustment, reproduction, child rearing, marital dissolution, and problems associated with the family in modern industrial society. CRN: 10910    SECTION: PAC
LOCATION: ONLINE    START & END DATES: 2026-06-22 - 2026-08-13
INSTRUCTOR: HARRIS, RICHARD