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African American Studies

The African American Studies (AAS) program is part of Interdisciplinary Studies (IDS) at Illinois State University. Illinois State University offers major and minor programs that allow students to synthesize knowledge that spans two or more academic disciplines.

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Black History Month Film Series story image showing yellow, green, and red designs on a black background
The African American Studies Program at Illinois State University invites the campus and local community to celebrate Black History Month with a series of engaging events throughout February. Featuring two film screenings and a play reading, the events will highlight Black stories and foster meaningful conversations on race, culture, and history. 

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