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African American Studies

Are you interested in the history, heritage, and social culture of African Americans and African people living throughout the world? The African American Studies Program helps you establish the knowledge and skills needed to understand, communicate, and appreciate the rich cultural diversity of American society through the study of the African American community. Courses cover a wide range of topics, from music and art to history, providing you context and the skill to engage in critical analysis. This program is a core component of the Social Justice Studies degree.

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Title	Degrees/Certificates
African American Studies AA	Associateof Arts (AA)
Liberal Arts Degree with an Emphasis in Cultural Studies AA	Associate in Arts (AA)
Social Justice Studies ADT	Associate in Arts for Transfer (AA-T)

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