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HIS 854
African-American History
The African-American experience spans 400 years, beginning with the forced migration of Africans to colonial America. With an emphasis on Black political thought and social action, this course examines how African-Americans sustained themselves through 250 years of racial slavery and subsequent Jim Crow segregation in the 20th century. It explores Black Americans' ongoing struggle for racial equality through organized movements, community building, and the development of unique cultural and social traditions.
Weekly Contact: Lecture: 3 hrs.
GPA Weight: 1.00
Course Count: 1.00
Billing Units: 1
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- Arts and Contemporary Studies Professional Table I
- Arts and Contemporary Studies Professionally-Related Table II
- Criminology and History Professional Table II
- English and History Professional Table II
- HST 570 - African American History
- History Politics and Governance Professional Table II
- History Professional Table II
- History and Philosophy Professional Table II
- History and Sociology Double Major Professional Table II
- Minor in History
- Open Elective Table
