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)

    • AAS 2000 Critical Perspectives in African-American Studies (3 credits)
    • AAS 4900 Integrative Seminar (3 credits)
    • Electives approved for African-American Studies credit. At least two of these classes must be 3000-level or above. (12 credits)

Program Contact Information

Program Director: Alex Zamalin, Ph.D.
Briggs Building, Room 236
McNichols Campus

Email: zamalial@udmercy.edu
Phone: 313-993-1425
Fax: 313-993-1166