SS 415A - African American Culture

• Describe the dynamics of African American culture in a learning environment
• Describe the differences and similarities that exist between European American and African American cultures
• Demonstrate knowledge of the great contributions Africa has made to world civilizations
• Explain what it currently means to be African American in today’s society and how racism hurts everyone regardless of their color

• None 

• Introduction to the class
• From Africa to America
• Evolution of the “Negro”
• Africa’s American contributions to American culture
• Ethnic notions
• A question of color
• Personal accounts of African Americans
• Connection between sex and race
• Socioeconomic status
• Images of African Americans in the U.S.
• Essays on change (3 classes)
• Cultural accounts for cultural uniqueness
• Dealing with the present and preparing for a better future
• Test