The interdisciplinary minor in Africana Studies provides students with a unique opportunity to think critically about the cultural, historical, and social contributions and experiences of people from Africa and of African descent across ethnic, regional, and national boundaries.  Africana Studies courses are a commingling of traditional approaches to the field and cutting edge scholarship that challenge stereotypical portrayals the world over.

Because the Africana Studies Minor is interdisciplinary, students can draw on courses from across the College of Arts and Sciences. Students also complete core classes in the Africana Studies discipline. The interdisciplinary nature of the program provides students opportunities to understand Africana Studies through different lenses, including art, literature, history, contemporary issues, individual and interpersonal experiences, performance, and politics.

A background in Africana Studies complements any career field by providing a strong foundation in key workplace skills: critical thinking, communication, research, writing, and cultural understanding. Additionally, the Africana Studies minor prepares students to address some of the crucial societal issues today: immigration, health policy, justice and law reform, international relations, educational equality, and workplace equity.

Course List

Code	Title	Semester Credit Hours
AFST 200-499		6
Select two from the following:		6
AFST 201	Introduction to Africana Studies
AFST 302	Gateway Course
AFST 481	Seminar
Select one of the following:		3
AFST 200-499
POLS 320	Race and Politics in the United States
SOCI 319/SPMT 319	Sociology of Sport
Total Semester Credit Hours		15

Students must make a grade of C or better.

At least 6 hours must be at the 300-400 level.