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Introduction to Africana Studies

Course Overview

Date / Time Location Credits Minimium Tuition*
9/2/25 - 12/12/25
TuTh 4p.m. – 5:15p.m.		 University Hall Y01-1300 3 $2065 (guest students)
Date
9/2/25 - 12/12/25
Time
TuTh 4p.m. – 5:15p.m.
Location
University Hall Y01-1300
Credits
3
Min. Tuition*
$2065 (guest students)

Description

This course presents an overview of the major theories in the field of Africana studies. It seeks to explore the Africana experience in a way that is orderly, systematic, and structurally integrated; and to convey an understanding of the cultural, historical, and political roots of this experience. The course focuses chronologically on major historical episodes through a study of ancient African civilizations, slavery, colonialism, and African liberation movements.

This course is closed for registration.

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Course Details

Session

Regular Academic Session

Class Dates

9/2/2025 - 12/12/2025

Location

University Hall Y01-1300

General Ed Requirements

World Cultures

Enrolled / Capacity

68 / 70

Status

Closed

Tuition*

* For course tuition and fees, please visit the Bursar's website.