African-American Studies
This award is not eligible for Financial Aid
The interdisciplinary Academic Certificate (AC) in African-American Studies enhances students understanding of African-Americans by examining history, social issues, literature, culture, religion, ethnic relations, and gender issues. Through coursework, students develop skills in critical thinking, inquiry, and discourse while becoming more informed.
Details
Field of Interest
Culture and Society
Degree Type
Academic Certificate (AC)
Academic Plan
African-American Studies (CER)
Academic Plan Code
6226N
Total credits required
15-18
Effective Term
Fall 2024
Notes
This program is not eligible for Title IV Federal Financial Aid.
Courses selected must satisfy the following General Education Requirements:
Awareness Area:
Cultural Diversity in the United States (C) 3 credits
Historical Awareness (H) 3 credits
Core Area:
Humanities (HU) 3 credits
Social and Behavioral Sciences (SB) 6 credits
What You'll Learn
- Describe the impact of slavery, the Civil War, and reconstruction on African-Americans today and the characteristics of the current African-American population in the United States. (AFR110)
- Explain core concepts related to race, ethnicity, and culture. (AFR/ASB202)
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Credits: | 6 | |
| AFR110 | Introduction to African-American Studies (SB, C) | 3 |
| AFR/ASB/CCS202 | Ethnic Relations in the United States (SB, C, H) | 3 |
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Credits: | 9-12 | |
| AFR/HIS203 | African-American History to 1865 (SB, C, H) | 3 |
| AFR/HIS204 | African-American History 1865 to Present (SB, C, H) | 3 |
| CPD103BC | African-American Cultural Pride and Awareness (AFS Department Elective) | 2 |
| ENH114 | African-American Literature (HU, C) | 3 |
| HUM214 | African-Americans in Film (HU, C) | 3 |
| REL225 | African-American Religions (HU, C) | 3 |
| SOC143 | Sociology of African American Problems (SB, C) | 3 |
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