Program Objectives

The African-American Studies Program allows students to explore and evaluate elements of world and U.S. History which are often overlooked.

This approach

• Gives students a deeper appreciation for the rich ethnic heritage which is part of the American mosaic.
  
  
• Shows insight into the relationships between African-Americans and society
  
  
• Addresses the collective experience of Africans of the Diaspora who, despite slavery and colonialism, rose to impressive heights in the arts and sciences.
  
  
• Highlights the continuous struggle for cultural preservation and economical survival.