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HIS 656
Post-Colonial Africa
The course examines the contemporary history of the continent. It explores both the colonial legacy and independent African initiatives since decolonization. Students explore the nature, depth, and extent of colonialism with respect to economic, political, and social institutions, processes, and movements. Topics include class formation, religious change, sexual politics, popular culture, and gender relations. The course also explores Africa's and Africans' changing roles in the wider world.
Weekly Contact: Lecture: 3 hrs.
GPA Weight: 1.00
Course Count: 1.00
Billing Units: 1
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- Criminology and History Core Elective Table II
- English and History Core Elective Table II
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- History Core Elective Table II
- History Politics and Governance Core Elective Table II
- History and Philosophy Core Elective Table II
- History and Sociology Double Major Core Elective Table II
- Minor in History