Program Logo
Presidents Hall
Undergraduate
Minor

Africana Studies

The Africana Studies curriculum critically analyzes the historical and contemporary experiences of people of African descent in the United States, Africa, the Americas, Europe, and wherever communities of African descended people have emerged. 

Since 1970 and prior to joining the Department of Languages, Literatures and Cultures, the Department of Africana Studies has been a community of scholars founded on and rooted in the emerging discipline of Africana Studies. It is based on several sources, including the Black Intellectual Tradition, the traditional academic disciplines, and the insights and lessons of the historic struggle against racism and for social justice.

Curriculum

Course Requirements

Required Courses: (15 Credits)
AFAM 1111 Introduction to Africana Studies

Choose two 6-credits sequence from the following:
AFAM 1201-1202 (HIST 1501-1502) History of African Civilization I-II
AFAM 1213-1214 (HIST 2375-2376) African American History I-II
AFAM 2411-2412 (ENGL 3613-3614) Early African American Literature-Modern African American Literature

Advanced Elective Courses: (6 Credits)
Advanced electives courses could be taken in the Departments of English, Political Science, Sociology & Anthropology.

Total: 21 credits

Faculty Listing

The multidisciplinary faculty and their community-based expertise prepare students to become servant leaders by fostering a commitment to rigorous intellectual inquiry and the movement for racial justice and equality.

View all Department faculty »

Geoffrey Upton 222 pic
Geoffrey Upton
Assistant Professor of Political Science
View Profile
Jo-Renee Formicola headshot
Jo Renee Formicola
Professor of Political Science
View Profile
Profile image of Terence Teo not provided
Terence Teo
Assistant Professor
View Profile

Experience Seton Hall. Visit Us Today.

As one of the country's leading Catholic universities, Seton Hall has been developing students in mind, heart and spirit since 1856. Home to nearly 10,000 undergraduate and graduate students, Seton Hall is a place that nurtures compassionate leaders who are prepared to make a difference in the world.

Seton Hall offers all the advantages of a large research university -a national reputation;challenging academic programs; notable alumni; state-of-the-art facilities; renowned faculty;and extensive opportunities for internships, research and scholarship -with all the benefits of a small, supportive and nurturing environment.

The best way to truly experience Seton Hall is to visit us in person.

Register for a Tour    Attend Open House