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Courses Offered
AAE 250 Political Economy of Racism
(Formerly AAE 290)
3 hours, 3 credits
A study of the role of racism in the development of American
capitalism. Examination of the impact of racism on the distribution
of income, wealth and economic opportunity. Analysis of the role of
racism in the economics of historical experiences such as slavery,
Reconstruction, migration and urbanization, as well as in its role in
the economics of contemporary business cycles and of on-going long
term transformations of both the American and global economies.
Prerequisites: ENG 101, and ECO 101 or ECO 102
AAH 263 African Heritage in the Caribbean
(Same course as LLS 263)
3 hours, 3 credits
From an interdisciplinary perspective, this course examines the social
and political forces in the contemporary Caribbean. The course will
focus on the following: the legacy of slavery, plantation society and
underdevelopment, democracy, capitalism and socialism, race, class
and ethnic conflict.
Prerequisites: ENG 101, and sophomore standing or above or
permission of the section instructor
AAG 270 African Politics
3 hours, 3 credits
A survey of contemporary African governments and perspectives in
the study of African politics, political processes and political change,
political economy and international relations in Africa. Prospects for
future African political development in the context of the global
political economy.
Prerequisite: ENG 101
AAH 150 Origins of Contemporary Africa
(Formerly AAH 195)
3 hours, 3 credits
An introduction to the history of Africa from the decline of the
Songhay Empire to the present. Survey of cultural, economic and
political developments that have shaped contemporary Africa.
AAH 166 History of the Caribbean Islands
(Same course as HIS 166 and LLS 166)
3 hours, 3 credits
A broad survey of the Caribbean Island nations and territories from
the beginnings of European colonization until the present. Particular
attention will be given to the economic and social aspects of the
evolution and to the problems of unity and diversity.
AAH 267 History of Caribbean Migrations to the
United States (Same course as LLS 267 and HIS 267)
3 hours, 3 credits
A comparative study of the most significant aspects of the Caribbean
migrations to the U.S. during the 20th century. Emphasis on
political, economic and social framework of the migration process.
Special attention will be given to the contemporary situations of the
Haitian, Hispanic and West Indian communities in the U.S.
Prerequisites: ENG 101, and sophomore standing or above or
permission of the section instructor
AAH 270 The History of African-American Social and
Intellectual Thought
3 hours, 3 credits
An historical survey of the principal ideas, ideologies and intellectual
currents in the African-American community including the shifting
emphases on assimilation, Pan-Africanism and nationalism, major
organizations and movements and key individuals who have shaped
African-American thought and examination of the impact of these
ideas on American thought and culture.
Prerequisites: ENG 101 and ETH 123
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