African American Studies Minor
Coordinator:
Edwins Gwako, Associate Professor, Chair of African American Studies
The African American studies minor is an interdisciplinary program focusing on the cultures, societies, histories and concerns of peoples of African descent in North America, while encompassing Africa and the African Diaspora, including the Caribbean and other parts of the world. It balances the study of race relations and racism with a celebration of African and African American achievements and contributions to the United States and the wider world. It provides a basis for better understanding among people in a multiracial society and helps prepare students for careers in such fields as education, law, health care, sport management, marketing, criminal justice and social work.
Minor Requirements
The minor requires a minimum of 16 credit hours (four courses). The four courses must be taken in at least two different disciplinary departments.
1. IDS 422/ENGL 338 Harlem Renaissance or IDS 435/SOAN 325 Understanding Proverty |
4 credits |
2. One course from: |
4 credits |
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3-4. Two courses from: |
8 credits |
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Total credit hours required for African American studies minor |
16 credits |