African American Studies
African American studies celebrates the achievements of Africans and peoples of African descent throughout the Diaspora while addressing their pursuit of justice, equality and self-determination. The major focuses on North America while encompassing Africa, the Caribbean and other parts of the world. It seeks to develop greater respect for scholarship as a tool for problem-solving and to prepare students to become agents of change who will pursue social justice and promote an appreciation of racial and cultural differences in the United States and the wider world.
Courses are taught from different disciplinary and philosophical perspectives, and students are encouraged to examine their own values and develop their own perspectives. Students are also encouraged to participate in the study abroad semester in Ghana and to get involved in the local Greensboro community through internships and service projects.
African American studies helps prepare students for a wide range of careers in such fields as human relations, social work, sports management, health care, criminal justice, education, management and law and lays a foundation for graduate studies in the field.
A Bachelor of Arts degree is offered in African American studies.