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AFS 342 Introduction to the African Diaspora
Exploration of the global experiences of people of African descent. Geographical areas include the Americas, Europe, Asia, and the Caribbean. Exploration of the web of interrelated histories, social dynamics, and politico-economic processes affecting and reflecting world cultures and histories. Foundational course for the exploration of methodological issues and theoretical concerns in the field of African Diaspora Studies.
GEP Global Knowledge, GEP Humanities
Typically offered in Fall and Spring
Africana Studies (Minor)
The Africana Studies minor provides a comparative and interdisciplinary study of the Black experience in Africa and the Americas. Three required courses include an introduction to African Civilizations ( AFS聽240 African Civilization ), Introduction to African American Studies ( AFS聽241 Introduction to African American Studies ), and Introduction to the African Diaspora ( 础贵厂听342 Introduction to the African Diaspora ). Two elective courses may be selected from a list of designated courses in such disciplines as anthropology, communication,聽English, history, political science, psychology, social work, and sociology. The minor is designed to bring together students from diverse backgrounds and curricula who share a common interest in the global experience of African people. No courses for the minor may be taken for S/U credit.