Africana/Black Studies, Minor
Program
Students pursuing a minor in Africana/Black Studies are required to take an introductory course, HIS 105 Introduction to Africana Studies), and four minor-related elective courses of their choosing. Students may choose between two tracks:
- “Domestic,” which focuses on the African American experience; and
- “Diaspora,” which examines the roots of the Transatlantic Slave Trade and subsequent forced migration throughout the Atlantic World.
Students wishing to complete this minor should consult with the Africana/Black Studies minor coordinator. Students are strongly encouraged to participate in a community outreach internship in pursuit of this minor.
Electives
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CMS 335 | Investigation and Reporting for the | 3 |
| CMS 354 | International Communication | 3 |
| CMS 363 | Stereotyping in the Media | 3 |
| ABS/HIS 220 | Africa and the World | 3 |
| ABS/HIS 273 | African American Survey | 3 |
| HIS 291 | Topic: (History of the Caribbean OR Capitalism and Slavery) | 3 |
| ABS 338 | Atlantic World, 1400-1760 (History of the Caribbean OR Capitalism and Slavery) | 3 |
| ABS/HIS 346 | Black Freedom Movement | 3 |
| HIS 360 | African American Women | 3 |
| ABS/HIS 374 | Modern Africa | 3 |
| POL 362 | Political Development | 3 |
| POL 398 | Topic: (African Politics OR Civil Rights Law) | 3 |
| SOC 277 | Hip-Hop in Society | 3 |
| SOC 325 | Race and Ethnicity | 3 |
| SOC 431 | Seminar Black Family | 3 |
| SOC 432 | Seminar Black Family | 3 |
The capstone experience may be completed in conjunction with the department of the student’s major in one of four options:
- Through successful completion of ABS 493 Africana Studies Practicum/HIS 493 History Internship.
- Through a co-op, independent study, or internship overseen by the department of the student’s major and approved by the Africana Studies program coordinator.
- Through an approved senior thesis or capstone project approved by the Africana Studies program coordinator (HIS 400 Senior Seminar).
- Through participation in a study abroad program approved by the Africana Studies program coordinator.
These and other appropriate courses with a significant Africana component may be applied toward the minor requirements with the consent of the program director and the College of Arts & Sciences.