Africana Studies courses offer an interdisciplinary exploration of the centrality of humane values, as expressed in the thoughts and actions of Black people throughout the world. The program’s aim is to encourage freedom of thought, excellence in scholarship, and creativity of expression among students as they develop a deep understanding of the experience of Black people in society and culture.
Minor in Africana Studies
At least 18 hours distributed as follows: AFST 130 and 14 hours selected from AFST courses and the Africana Studies electives listed in the online catalog. Special topics courses may count as electives in the minor with the approval of the Africana Studies Director. Courses must be taken from at least two different academic disciplines in addition to AFST. University-wide minimum requirements for a minor: 1) one-half of the hours required for a minor must be completed in residence at UNC Asheville, to include at least 6 hours at the 300-400 level; 2) students must have a cumulative grade-point-average of at least 2.0 on minor courses taken at UNC Asheville.
Visit catalog.unca.edu for courses and minor requirements.
Declaration of Major or Minor
Students can declare their major or minor online.