African American Studies and the African Diaspora, Minor

The minor in African American Studies and the African Diaspora utilizes multi-and interdisciplinary approaches, methods, and theories to illuminate the diverse experiences of people of African descent and shifting notions of identity. Through national, transnational, and diasporic perspectives, students are introduced to the histories, perspectives, experiences, activism, and cultural productions of African-descended peoples.

Navigating the breadth of experiences in the diaspora, students explore the intersections of race, gender, ethnicity, class, and nation. A minor in African American Studies and the African Diaspora can prepare students for graduate programs and lead to a wide array of career paths in areas such as law, media, the arts, education, international relations, libraries, archives, museums, business, health, urban planning and politics.

The minor requires a total of five courses (20) credits, four of which must be taken outside the student’s major courses. Two course may be transferred from another college. Only three 2000 level courses or below are accepted toward the minor. No D grades will be counted toward the minor.

A foundation course will provide students with the pivotal underpinnings in this multi-disciplinary area of study. Additional courses may be taken from the following areas:

1. History
2. Culture/Social Institutions
3. Literature