AST 396 - Black Folklore & Folklife

Institution:

Cabrini University - Closed

Subject:

American Studies

Description:

This course examines black history, heritage, and culture as illuminated through expression of Folklore and Folklife, including music, oral narratives, beliefs, customs, foodways, crafts, tools, and decorative objects-in short, everyday creative expressions employed in, by, and among various black populations in the African diaspora. The course offers a particular (but not exclusive) emphasis on African-Americans and the history of Africans in the Americas, exploring the development of identities both through common groups (i.e., occupational, family, religious, regional, etc.) and through common genres. Readings, case studies, and experiential activities may include traditions revolving around foodways, music, gender relations, occupation, movement arts, beliefs and customs and narrative. Offered as required. (Formerly offered as HIS 396.) 3 credits

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Multiple

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.cabrini.edu

Phone Number:

(610) 902-8100

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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