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Through its wide range of course offerings and internationally renowned faculty, the University of Delaware's Department of Africana Studies offers broad critical exposure to the multidisciplinary study of people and cultures of African descent.
With a focus on developing critical skills in the analysis of social, cultural, political and economic factors that influence their status and overall well-being, Africana Studies courses allow students to engage in research and develop a practical understanding about social justice issues affecting communities, institutions and policies.
Following is a sampling of Africana Studies undergraduate courses at the University of Delaware. Visit the Africana Studies graduate program page for information on graduate courses. Visit UD’s academic catalog and course search for complete course information including credits, prerequisites, restrictions, and when courses are typically offered.
- AFRA 107: History of Rock
- AFRA 110: Introduction to Africana Studies
- AFRA 134: History of Africa
- AFRA 203: Art, Power and Architecture in Africa
- AFRA 205: Contemporary Afro-American Issues
- AFRA 220: American Civil Rights Movement
- AFRA 306: History of Black America Since the Civil War
- AFRA 313: African American Literature
- AFRA 331: History of Caribbean
- AFRA 336: American Slavery
- AFRA 352: Black Feminist Theory
- AFRA 416: Psychological Perspectives on the Black American
- AFRA 418: Race, Gender and Poverty
- AFRA 420: Race and Sexuality
- AFRA 455: Youth Street Outreach
- AFRA 490: Senior Project