African and African American Studies ,Minor
DIASPORA, Equality, Inequality, Race, Racism, Social Justice, politics
Gain a deeper understanding of the differences and common concerns among African and African American peoples through focused study of their experiences and contributions throughout the globe. Gain exposure to a variety of research methods while acquiring transferable skills in analysis, critical thinking, solution development and communication.
In the minor program in African and African American studies, you examine the culture, arts, history, politics, economics and current status of African Americans, Africans and the African Diaspora, especially in the Caribbean, Central America and South America.
The goal is to prepare you for lifelong learning, advanced study in a variety of fields, and successful careers and productive public service in an increasingly diverse society.
- College/school:
The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Location: Tempe or Online
2026-2027 Catalog Year
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The minor in African and African American studies requires 15 credit hours, of which nine credit hours must be upper-division. A minimum of six upper-division credit hours must be completed through The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. When selecting courses, the college offering the course can be identified by viewing the course details in Class Search. Only courses completed with a grade of "C" (2.00 on a scale of 4.00) or better may be applied toward the minor requirements. |
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AFR 200 Introduction to Africana Studies
(GCSI)
3 Credit Hours
Minimum
Grade:C
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C | 3 |
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AFR 300 Precolonial Africa
(GCSI)
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AFR 301 Race and Racism in Africa/African Diaspora
(HUAD)
or
AFR 302 History of Black Women in America
(HUAD)
or
AFR 305 The Global History of the Trans-Atlantic Slave Trade
(GCSI)
3 Credit Hours
Minimum
Grade:C
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C | 3 |
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Upper Division
AFR Elective
6 Credit Hours
Minimum
Grade:C
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C | 6 |
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AFR Elective
3 Credit Hours
Minimum
Grade:C
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C | 3 |
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Prerequisite courses may be needed in order to complete the requirements of this minor.
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GPA Requirement: None
Incompatible Majors: BA in African and African American studies
Other Enrollment Requirements: None
Current ASU undergraduate students may pursue a minor and have it recognized on their ASU transcript at graduation. Minor requirements appear on the degree audit once the minor is added. Certain major and minor combinations may be deemed inappropriate by the college or department of either the major program or the minor. Courses taken for the minor may not count toward both the major and minor.
ASU offers this program in an online format with multiple enrollment sessions throughout the year. Applicants may view the program’s ASU Online page for program descriptions and to request more information.
The minor program allows students to develop additional competencies that complement the marketable knowledge and skills they acquire in their majors. Completion of the minor program provides graduates with knowledge and skills that enable them to bring social justice concerns to a variety of professional careers, including law, education, public service, human welfare and social work.
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