Academics
The field of African American studies observes the culture, history, politics, and social aspects of Black American people.
How to Apply
Students must be in good academic standing with at least a 2.00 GPA to apply to the minor.
Apply online through My.IllinoisState.edu. The application is on the Academics tab, under the Apply to Major/Minor link.
AAS students complete 18 credit hours of courses in History, English, and other disciplines that compliment their major program of study. Review the course catalogfor more information. To discuss a proposed plan of study for the minor, contact Dr. Ron Gifford.
Learn more about the program and apply today!
Required (3 credit hours):
HIS 257 or HIS 258 or ENG 265
Elective (15 credit hours):
CJS 308
CJS 318
COM 313
ENG 165
ENG 265
ENG 365
HIS 111 or SOC 111
HIS 257 or HIS 258
HIS 284
HIS 315
HIS 328
IDS 121A17
IDS 121A37
MUS 153
MUS 154
MUS 157
PHI 214
POL 334
PSY 327A02
SOC 264
SWK 310
THE 154
Other courses approved by the minor advisor may be counted toward the minor. Topics courses (e.g., HIS 309, SWK 330, WGS 391, COM 390) are commonly used as electives for the minor but must be preapproved by the minor director and advisor.
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