Program Description
The African and African America Studies minor offers students an opportunity to bring a scholar’s mind to the study of Africa and the African Diaspora. An interdisciplinary curriculum enables students to gain a diverse perspective about African and African American cultures.
The minor complements all of Wright State’s undergraduate majors. It also facilitates the development of a global view essential for living in an increasingly multicultural society. The minor particularly promotes an understanding of African and African American humanity, heritage, and contributions to world civilization.
Requirements for the minor can be fulfilled by selecting from course offerings in many areas of study, including anthropology, art, economics, history, English and literature, music, political science, religion, social work, sociology, and theatre.
Program Admission Requirements
This academic program does not have admission requirements beyond regular admission to Wright State University. Any student is eligible to declare this academic program.
Program Learning Objectives
Students enrolled in this program will learn to:
- develop effective critical thinking and communication skills
- explore teaching and research interests in African and African American experiences in Africa, the United States, and throughout the African Diaspora (the spread of people of African descent throughout the world)
- acquire knowledge and understanding of diversity in the United States, Africa, and the African Diaspora
Program Learning Outcomes
As a result of their learning experience, graduates of this program can:
- demonstrate effective critical thinking and communication skills
- demonstrate awareness of African and African American experiences in Africa, the United States, and throughout the African Diaspora (the spread of people of African descent throughout the world)
- demonstrate knowledge and understanding of diversity in the United States, Africa, and the African Diaspora
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