African American Studies (Minor)
Description
Using a multi-disciplinary lens, the African-American Studies program critically examines the background, culture and diverse experiences of the peoples of sub-Saharan Africa and their descendants in the global diaspora. Courses in the program utilize critical and analytical approaches derived from or grounded in the black experience.
The program allows 91³Ô¹Ï×ÄÐÈ˵ijԹÏÍø to demonstrate study and expertise in African-American Studies and serves as a basis for advanced study in a variety of disciplines and professional fields. It is available to all 91³Ô¹Ï×ÄÐÈ˵ijԹÏÍø enrolled at the University.
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Requirements for the Minor
The African-American Studies minor will be granted to 91³Ô¹Ï×ÄÐÈ˵ijԹÏÍø completing a minimum of 18-credit-hours, including AAS 2000, AAS 4900 and 12 credit hours in other courses approved for African-American Studies credit. Courses meeting African-American Studies criteria, including AAS 2000 and AAS 4900, are listed in the Schedule of Classes each semester.
Required Courses (18 credits)
Program Contact Information
Program Director: Alex Zamalin, Ph.D.
Briggs Building, Room 236
McNichols Campus
Email: zamalial@udmercy.edu
Fax: 313-993-1166