1. Introductory Course

• BST 200 - Introduction to Black Studies

2. African Diaspora Social Thought and Religion (Choose one)

3. African Diaspora History and Culture (Choose one)

4. Choose one course from either Arts and English, Language and Communication, or Black Studies Specialized Courses

5. Elective

Choose one 300/400 level course from sections two through four.

Additional Requirement Guidelines:

A minimum of 9 credit hours shall be selected from Black Studies courses at the 300-level or higher. Courses should be selected from a minimum of three different departments or disciplines.

Transfer students planning to minor in Black Studies shall complete a minimum of twelve (12) credit hours in Black Studies courses at Cleveland State University. For transfer students, a minimum of 9 credit hours of upper-level courses shall be completed at Cleveland State University. The transfer of Black Studies credits is subject to the approval of the director of Black Studies or of a person or persons designated by the director.