HIS 2021 - Introduction to African Studies II

Institution:

Manhattanville College

Subject:

Description:

This course provides an interdisciplinary introduction to the western hemisphere. Themes include African historical and societal background in the Americas: the Diaspora in the Americas; slavery in the western hemisphere; new social forms: family systems, social, cultural and religious institutions; the political and intellectual struggles for humanity and freedom; and cultural, economic, and political development. The approach aims to insure an historical understanding of African American, Afro-Caribbean, and Afro-Latino communities and Africa's constant creativity and contributions to the larger multi-cultural stream. ( Spring)

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.manhattanville.edu

Phone Number:

(914) 694-2200

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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