African Studies Minor

This comparative, interdisciplinary programs address socio-historical, cultural and political issues relating to Africans.

Your minor in African Studies will provide an opportunity to develop an understanding of the diverse peoples and cultures of Africa—how they are relative to other cultures, and, ultimately, a better understanding of your own. This interdisciplinary minor is great for those interested in the humanities, social sciences, education or those who plan to do international work.

Academics

Required Course

• ETHN 150 African Culture and Civilization or
  ETHN 203 Introduction to Africa

Select 15 hours from three departments:

• ETHN / ENGL 244A Introduction to African Literature
• ETHN / HIST 285 Africa Since 1800
• ETHN / ENGL / WMNS 344B Black Women Authors
• ETHN / ENGL 344D Caribbean Literature
• ETHN / ARCH 347, AHIS 366 African Architecture
• ETHN / GEOG 380 Geography of Africa
• ETHN / POLS 375 Conflict and Development in Africa
• ETHN / HIST 385 African Liberation in the African Diaspora
• ETHN / ENGL 445K Topics in African Literature
• ETHN / HIST / WMNS 459 Women and Gender in African Societies
• ETHN / HIST 486 History of South Africa
• POLS 260 Problems in International Relations

For a complete list of applicable courses see minor advisor.

Experiences and Opportunities

Join the Afrikan People’s Union (APU) which promotes cultural, social and academic events designed to celebrate Black culture. APU students host the Martin Luther King, Jr. Banquet, participate in the Black and Brown Bowling Tournament, and host other social events.

Travel abroad and study with programs in Botswana, Ethiopia, Ghana, Morocco, Namibia, South Africa and Zambia.