Theoretical Foundations of African American Studies

Catalog description

This course will utilize critical inquiry to help students uncover the theoretical foundations of African American Studies. The theoretical perspectives will be used to examine contemporary issues within the African Diaspora. Students will engage in learning opportunities that explore the historical, social, and political themes that interconnect the transnational experiences of African people. Students will be able to identify real-world problems and reflect on their position in the world. The course will help students understand various interdisciplinary knowledge sources fundamental to developing a global view of the challenges that impact different populations in the United States and abroad.