About the IDST Department Mission
- Promote and develop innovative interdisciplinary approaches to the
curriculum.
- Provide quality courses and programs that meet the needs of City College’s diverse population of learners, including the study of ethnicity, race, gender, sexuality, social class, ability/disability, age and religion.
- Integrate the expertise of various departments of City College of San Francisco to maximize and expand the appeal and relevance of IDST course offerings.
- Manage the multimedia studies program (MMSP) for students who seek employment in this high-tech field and, in particular, provide courses needed for students to complete the four, two-year semester certificates and two fast-track certificates.
- Provide courses for students to transfer to other colleges or
universities, to meet graduation requirements, and to serve general education
goals.
- Provide an open door for faculty and departments to identify and satisfy new educational needs of students and their potential employers.