Introduction to Hip-Hop Studies

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The course examines hip-hop as a cultural, artistic, and social movement with global influence. Students will explore hip-hop’s historical origins, evolution, and its impact on race, gender, social justice, and media. Through critical analysis of music, lyrics, and multimedia texts, students will investigate hip-hop’s role in activism, community empowerment, and identity formation. The course integrates interdisciplinary perspectives preparing students to understand hip-hop’s power to challenge systemic inequities and shape contemporary cultural narratives.