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African American Studies MIN

Degree Type: Minor

Required Courses		Credit Hours
HIST 201	African-American History*R C	3
AFAM 107	Introduction to African American Studies*R C	3
Choose one (for a total of 3 credits):
ARTH 203	African American Art History*R C	3
HUMN 202	Afr-Am Cultural Expression*RC	3
LITR 202	Black Literature*R C	3
LITR 203	Intro - African Literature*G R C	3
Choose three (for a total of 9 credits):
HIST 315	Civil Rights Movement*R C	3
HIST 326	African Amer Women's History*R C	3
HIST 370	Modern Africa*G R C	3
FILM 360	Gender and Race in Film*R C	3
SOCY 340	Minority Groups in America* RS	3

Why Choose the African American Studies Minor?

African Americans have made important creative, political and intellectual contributions to the United States and to the cultures of the world. In the study of the history, cultural expression, and political struggles of African Americans, students are given the opportunity to gain a deeper appreciation and understanding of this diverse, dynamic culture and people. In addition, the minor allows students to develop writing and critical thinking skills that are essential to job placement and advancement.

Admission Requirements

This African American Studies minor is open to any student admitted to Ferris State and pursuing a baccalaureate degree. The minor is designed to complement any Ferris major program.

Graduation Requirements

An academic minor may only be awarded upon completion of a baccalaureate degree at Ferris State. This minor requires a minimum of 18 credits with a minimum 2.0 grade average in these courses.

Also, 50 percent of the credits for a minor must be taught by Ferris State University.

More Information

College of Arts and Sciences
Kimn Carlton-Smith, Advisor
Campus Address:  ASC 2068
Phone:  231-591-5850
Email:  carltonk@ferris.edu