African Studies Minor
The African Studies minor affords students the opportunity to widen their academic horizons to include a part of the world that, because of its past and continuing relevance to the American continents, deserves study. The minor will contribute to the students' understanding of the diverse peoples and cultures of Africa, and their awareness of the relativity of cultures. The minor, which is interdisciplinary, will appeal not only to students in the humanities, social sciences, and education, but also to those who plan to do international work.
Requirements
Plan A.
At least 18 hours (from at least two departments) from the courses listed below, including independent study and special topics approved by the minor adviser.
Plan B.
At least 12 hours (from at least two departments) from the courses listed below, and any other courses offered with an African emphasis, including independent study and special topics approved by the minor adviser.
| Course Number | Course Name |
| ANTH 362 | Peoples and Cultures (3 cr) |
| ETHN 150 | African Culture & Civilization (HIST 150) (3 cr) |
| ETHN 244A | Introduction to African Literature (ENGL 244A) (3 cr) |
| ETHN 244B | Black Women Authors (ENGL 244B) (3 cr) |
| ETHN 244D | African-Caribbean Literature (ENGL 244D) (3 cr) |
| ETHN 485 | Africa Since 1800 (HIST 485) (3 cr) |
| ETHN 486 | History of South Africa (HIST 486) (3 cr) |
| POLS 260 | Problems in International Relations (3 cr) |
| POLS 474/874 | African Politics (3 cr) |
