UNDERGRADUATE STUDIES IN AFRO-AMERICAN HISTORY

AFROAMER 101

Delve into the origins of African American Studies as an academic discipline and explore its early forms. Examine how African Americans have contributed to the understanding of the African American experience, both historically and in the present day. Analyze current struggles of the Black community for freedom, justice, and humanity.

AFROAMER 231

A social history of West Africans and African Americans from the Trans-Atlantic Slave Trade through the modern Civil Rights Movement, paying special attention to the institution of slavery (1619-1865), emancipation and reconstruction (1861-1877), and the long civil rights movement (1877-1968). Major themes include the varied experiences of enslaved peoples, the roles Black people played in maintaining and sustaining North American colonies, and how African Americans helped to create the American Republic. Examine how Black people fought for their freedom and liberty, as well as, the challenges, successes, and shortcomings of the long civil rights movement.

AFROAMER 631

Research and discussion of topics in African American History.

AFROAMER/HISTORY 322

Survey of African American history from its roots in Africa to the end of the 19th century. Topics considered include the slave trade, the political and cultural practices of enslaved communities, forms of resistance, Reconstruction, and systems of segregation.

AFROAMER 671

An intensive analysis of specific historical themes in African Americans' experiences.