African and African American Studies
Karen M. Tinsley, Department of Psychology
The African and African American Studies minor is interdisciplinary and it celebrates the achievements of people of African descent in Africa and the Diaspora while addressing their pursuit of justice, equality and self-determination. It focuses on cultures, societies, histories and concerns of people of African descent in Africa and the Diaspora including North America, the Caribbean and other parts of the world. It balances the study of race relations and racism with a celebration of African and African American achievements and contributions to the United States and the wider world. It provides a basis for better understanding among people in multicultural societies, multiracial nations and helps prepare students for a wide range of careers in such fields as criminal justice, education, law, health care, human relations, management, marketing, sports management and social work.
The minor in African and African American Studies is not available to AFAM majors.
Minor Requirements
The minor requires a minimum of 16 credit hours (four courses). The four courses must be taken in at least two different disciplinary departments. No more than one of these courses may be at the 100 level. Other requirements are as follows:
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Select one of the following courses: | 4 | |
| African American History (HIST 225) | ||
| Introduction to African Heritage (SOAN 106) | ||
| African Connections and The Americas | 8 | |
| Select two of the following courses: | ||
| Historical Perspectives (Variable Title) | ||
| African American Literature | ||
| Black Women Writers | ||
| Black Men Writers | ||
| African Women Writers | ||
| The Francophone World | ||
| The Civil Rights Movement | ||
| Africa Before 1800 | ||
| Africa Since 1800 | ||
| The Underground Railroad | ||
| African Americans in the 21st Century: Back to the Future? | ||
| Understanding Oppressive Systems | ||
| Race, Society and Criminal Justice | ||
| Jazz Appreciation | ||
| African Government and Politics | ||
| Philosophy and Race | ||
| Individual Philosopher | ||
| Psychology of African Americans | ||
| Special Topics (ADHD and African American Children) | ||
| Multiculturalism and Psychology | ||
| African American Religion and Theology | ||
| Culture & Sexuality in Africa | ||
| African Families in Transition | ||
| African Cultures in Film | ||
| Racial and Ethnic Relations | ||
| Race and Gender in Media Focus | ||
| Select one of the following courses: | 4 | |
| Gender & Development in Africa | ||
| Race, Ethnicity, Psychology and Law | ||
| Understanding Poverty | ||
| African Americans in the 21st Century: Back to the Future? | ||
| Total Credits | 16 | |
Total credit hours required for African and African American studies minor is 16 credits