Get a more complete picture of American history and the Black experience. Enhance your major with the Africana Studies minor and push for equality and justice.
Why Minor in Africana Studies?
Understand and appreciate the contributions of the African diaspora. With an Africana Studies minor, you will identify Black historic achievements and challenges. You will also study forgotten or marginalized areas of the Black experience.
This minor complements a variety of majors by providing important historical context. It will prepare you for careers in education, politics and more. You'll also become an engaged community member who advocates for racial and social justice.
Why Study Africana Studies at CSUN?
Flexible Minor
At CSUN, you can design your own program of study. The Department of Africana Studies has a wide range of classes on the Black experience. Your advisor will work with you to create a minor that enhances your major. Whether you major in psychology, business or biology, your Africana Studies classes will challenge and expand your educational experience.
History of Activism
CSUN’s Department of Africana Studies is one of the oldest and largest degree-granting Black Studies programs in the nation. It began in 1969, after the mass arrest of hundreds of students who protested the treatment of students of color, and demanded educational justice and the establishment of Black Studies and Ethnic Studies at CSUN. The rich tradition of student activism continues to be a hallmark of our department. You will learn from our history to create a bolder and more just future.
Passionate Faculty
Our faculty are the key to our successful program. Our professors are at the forefront of advancing the discipline. They research, publish and teach new and innovative scholarship. They will also mentor and guide you as you prepare for your career.
What You'll Learn
Gain a broad perspective of the African and African American experience. In this flexible minor, you will work with your advisor to create a program that complements your major. Choose from a wide range of Africana studies courses to increase your knowledge.
In your introductory courses, you will receive an overview of Africana studies. You will learn about:
- Black culture and the discipline of Africana studies
- The effect of American political institutions on the African American experience
You will then choose another lower-division course. You can learn about:
- Pan Africanism
- Classical African civilization
- African American literature
- African American history
- Psychological view of the African American community
- Sociological view of the African American community
You will also select four upper-division courses in consultation with your advisor.
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