College of Arts and Humanities
Africana and Black Studies
Minor
Minor in Africana and Black Studies
Gain a deep understanding of the rich and complex history, culture, and contributions of people of African descent with an Africana and Black Studies Minor at CWU.
Our minor creates a space for dynamic exploration and critical dialogue, encouraging you to engage in meaningful discussions, embrace diverse perspectives, and build connections with fellow students. By emphasizing critical analysis of race, racism, social justice, and the intersectionality of race, class, and gender, you will develop a deep understanding of diversity and a commitment to equitable societal change.
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Dr. Bobby Cummings
Michelson Hall Room 104
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What You'll Study
Academic Catalog | Africana and Black Studies Website
Core Courses
- ABS 110 - Introduction to African American Artistic Culture
- ABS 210 - Introduction to Black Experience in the U.S.
Department-approved Electives
- ABS 300 - Black Diaspora Studies: Afro-Latin America and Afro-Caribbean Cultures
- ABS 301 - Contemporary Movements and Migrations in the African Diaspora
- ABS 302 - Hip Hop as Global Culture
- ABS 304 - Black Comedy and Satire
- ABS 309 - Race and Sports
- ETS 309 - Race and Sports
- ABS 310 - Black Social Media
- ABS 315 - Black Hair Politics
- ABS 336 - Race and Literature
- ENG 336 - Race and Literature
- ABS 340 - Race and Comics/Graphic Novels
- ETS 340 - Race and Comics/Graphic Novels
- ABS 360 - Black Women and Gender Studies
- WGSS 360 - Black Women and Gender Studies
- ABS 380 - Black Film and TV Studies
- ABS 385 - Race and Performance
- TH 385 - Race and Performance
- ABS 399 - ABS Seminar
- ABS 400 - Afrofuturism
- ANTH 130 - Cultural Worlds
- ANTH 137 - Race, Power, and the American Dream
- ENG 330 - African American Literature
- ETS 325 - Race/Ethnicity, Class, and Gender in Education
- ETS 354 - Minority Experience
- HIST 330 - Africa to 1800
- HIST 331 - Africa Since 1800
- HIST 332 - History of the Black Diaspora
- HIST 334 - History of Gender and Sexuality in Africa from Pre-colonial Times to the Present
- LAJ 402 - African Americans and the Constitution
- POSC 365 - African Politics
- SOC 386 - Seminar on Racism
ABS Courses Satisfying the Anti-Racist Diversity and Inclusivity(ADI) Graduation Requirement at CWU
- ABS210 - Introduction to Black Experience in the US
- ABS309 - Race and Sports
- ABS315 - Black Hair Politics
- ABS330 - African American Literature
- ABS336 - Race and Literature
Interdisciplinary Research
Examine the roles of race, power, difference, and intersectionality in society utilizing interdisciplinary research and approaches to critical issues.
Small Class Sizes
Faculty professors will know you by name and provide personalized mentoring as you develop your academic interests.
Supportive Community
Get involved on campus and be a part of our active Black Student Union and Central African Student Association.
“Hip Hop as a Global Language”
In this course, you will examine Africana and black diasporic connections using hip hop music. Hip hop allows us to study the contemporary history of black youth in Africa, Europe, and North America.
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Why Study Africana and Black Studies at Central?
- Learn from diverse, award-winning faculty dedicated to your success and development as an active citizen.
- Utilize interdisciplinary approaches to examine critical U.S. and global issues and understand the intersectionality of race, class, gender, and sexuality.
- Choose from multiple learning modalities, including face-to-face, online, hybrid, and hyflex.
- Study at a university with a mission and vision emphasizing equity, belonging, and diversity, making it welcoming for students of all backgrounds.
