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Introduction to Africana Studies

Course Overview

Date / Time Location Credits Minimium Tuition*
1/26/26 - 5/13/26
MoWeFr noon – 12:50p.m.		 Wheatley-Peters W02-0158 3 $2065 (guest students)
Date
1/26/26 - 5/13/26
Time
MoWeFr noon – 12:50p.m.
Location
Wheatley-Peters W02-0158
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.

Guest registration opens January 12

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Course Details

Session

Regular Academic Session

Class Dates

1/26/2026 - 5/13/2026

Location

Wheatley-Peters W02-0158

General Ed Requirements

World Cultures

Enrolled / Capacity

70 / 70

Status

Closed

Tuition*

$2065 (guest students)

* The tuition estimate is based on minimum, single-course cost to a new student who is a Massachusetts resident and not enrolled in a multi-course program. State residency, online/in person modality, and matriculation to a degree program may affect cost.

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