Introduction to Black World Studies examines several cultures within the Black world, across various countries and regions around the globe. Students will be familiarized with the impact of tradition, religion, oppression, popular culture, art, memory and specific aspects of trans-generational practices on these cultures as well as the influences of colonialism upon African peoples and the latter upon the former.
AFR 102 - 001
Introduction to Black World Studies
Session
Regular Academic Session
Class Number
1452
Career
Undergraduate
Units
3 units
Grading
Graded Alpha
Description
Introduction to Black World Studies examines several cultures within the Black world, across various countries and regions around the globe. Students will be familiarized with the impact of tradition, religion, oppression, popular culture, art, memory and specific aspects of trans-generational practices on these cultures as well as the influences of colonialism upon African peoples and the latter upon the former.
Class Attributes
African Studies and the African Diaspora
Class Actions
Class Details
Instructor(s)
Gerald Steenken
Meets
TuTh 2:30PM - 3:45PM
Dates
08/25/2025 - 12/06/2025
Room
Cuneo Hall - Room 111
Instruction Mode
In person
Campus
Lake Shore Campus
Location
Lake Shore Campus
Components
| Lecture Required |
Class Availability
Status
Open
Seats Taken
8
Seats Open
7
Class Capacity
15
Wait List Total
0
Wait List Capacity
0