Overview

The African and African American Studies Department offers a range of courses in African and African American Studies that present the dimension of the black experience in this country and in Africa. These courses encompass and afford a comprehensive understanding of the African heritage. They present African links and potential; contributions of black people in the growth and development of the United States; black culture and lifestyles; the black community; political activity and potential; religious development and importance; community service and resource assistance; and prognosis and potential for social change. A major or minor in African and African American Studies leads one down the path towards exciting, rewarding and stimulating careers and civic engagement for the 21st century. Some of them include:

Artist
Attorney
Community Development
Education Administrator
Health Services Administrator
Human Rights Worker
Journalist
K-12 Teacher
Librarian
Museum Curator
Nurse
Nutritionist
Peach Corps Worker
Physician
Political Involvement
Social Worker