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Course Criteria
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3.00 Credits
An independent study project conducted under the direction of an assigned faculty member. Credit determined by scope and nature of project.
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3.00 Credits
Selected topics in African American music, varying yearly with needs of curriculum and availability of particular faculty. Credit determined by scope and nature of work required.
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3.00 Credits
An introductory course that explores the nature and scope of African American studies through an examination of the various dimensions of the black experience.
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3.00 Credits
This course attempts to evaluate the black contributions African as well as African American to the Western world. This course offers an insight into the ancient as well as modern achievements of African and African American peoples.
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1.00 - 3.00 Credits
Topics and issues related to the black experience. These will vary from year to year in accordance with the needs of the curriculum and the availability of qualified faculty.
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3.00 Credits
Examination of the political process of the contemporary American city from precinct to city council and city hall. Considers such topics as the social and economic characteristics of urban population and leadership; economic and ethnic groups, and conflicts; and the interplay of interest groups, political parties, and government in response to problems of contemporary urban life.
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3.00 Credits
This course explores the politics of race in the United States. Special emphasis is placed on the relations between African Americans, Latinos and Latinas, and European Americans. We will discuss the meaning of race and racism; the history and consequences of racial inequality; and different strategies to seek redress for racial inequality. Prerequisite: Any 100-level POL or AFS course, or permission of instructor.
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3.00 Credits
Reading and discussion of selected poetry and prose, with special emphasis on the works of major figures, such as Ralph Ellison, James Baldwin, Toni Morrison, and Alice Walker.
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3.00 Credits
An examination of the broad contours of the history of African Americans in the United States, with primary focus on the period from 1865 to the present. Topics include African American culture, resistance to slavery, black Americans and the military, civil rights, American apartheid, and African Americans and the United States political economy. Prerequisite: HIS 100 or HIS 130 or HIS 131, or permission of department chair.
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3.00 Credits
An examination of the black family in American society. This course deals with the black family within the social class structure. Emphasis is placed on the similarities and differences within the various social classes as to family relationships; lifestyles (socialization and childrearing practices); cutting across areas of education, employment, religion, recreation, politics, housing; and attitudes toward prejudice and discrimination. Prerequisite: SOC 110.
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