HIS 277/377 - African American History

Institution:

McKendree University

Subject:

Description:

An introduction to the study of African American History, including the history and culture of Western Africa, the Atlantic slave trade, slavery and its effects, as well as the roles, lifestyles, problems and accomplishments of African Americans from the Colonial period until the present. The course will focus on the African American community analyzing major political, social, economic, religious, cultural, and intellectual trends, patterns, and leaders. (Those students taking the course as HIS 377 will be required to write a major research paper, in addition to other required writings. Students may elect to take this course at one level, but not both.) Alternate years, Spring '10.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.mckendree.edu/prospective/admissions/index.aspx

Phone Number:

(618) 537-4481

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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