Interdisciplinary Studies: Africana Studies (AFST)

Minor in Africana Studies

21 hours distributed as follows: AFST 130, 330, 430; and 12 hours selected from the list of elective courses below. Special topics courses may count as electives in the minor with the approval of the Africana Studies Director. Courses must be taken from at least two different academic departments.

130 Introduction to Africana Studies (3)
A survey of the disciplines that constitute Africana Studies. Students are introduced to the methodologies and basic contents of the fields that have shaped past and current understandings of Black people. Spring.

 

330 Field Practicum (3)
A semester-long project with participating public agencies or community service organizations. Background readings, practical experience and field observations and written reports are facets of this course. Students are expected to present reports at the end of the course. Prerequisite: AFST 130. See program director.

 

430 Senior Seminar in Africana Studies (3)
Advanced readings in Africana Studies focusing on topics of pertinent interests. Interdisciplinary attention is given to current writings in the field. Prerequisite: Completion of 12 hours in Africana Studies. See program director.

 

499 Undergraduate Research in Africana Studies (1-6)
Independent research under the supervision of a faculty mentor. Can be repeated for a total of 6 hours credit. An IP grade may be awarded at discretion of instructor. See program director.

 

171-3, 271-3, 371-3, 471-3 Special Topics in Africana Studies (1-3)
Courses not otherwise included in the catalog but for which there will be special needs. May be repeated for credit as subject matter changes. See program director.

 

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