ANTH 3130 - African-American Anthropology

3 hours

Develops a “double consciousness” of knowledge of African-American (or black) culture in the United States, the impact of blacks on mainstream American culture, and vice versa. Covers the role of U.S. history, politics and economics as having shaped and been shaped by the presence of people of African descent on this continent and in this hemisphere, including historical roots, classic literature, religion, social structural aspects of African-American culture, oral traditions, identity and representation.

Prerequisite(s): None.

Core Category: Language, Philosophy and Culture
Course specific fees (in addition to tuition and mandatory):
Academic (AF) per hour: $20