At-a- Glance
Admission to the major: Good academic standing.
Minimum hours required for the major: 44
Minimum hours required for the minor: 24
Advising: Director of Black Studies
For information: Contact the Black Studies Program (216) 687-3655, www.csuohio.edu/class/blackstudies
The Black Studies major is an interdisciplinary program administered by the office of the Black Studies Program. The majority of courses are offered in the College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences and, therefore, the degree is granted by this college. Black studies courses are also offered in other colleges at Cleveland State University. The scope of the Black studies courses encompasses the study of the history, geography, experiences, contribution, and lifestyles of people of African descent. It also covers the myriad aspects and manifestations of the arts and cultures of African peoples on the continent of Africa, and persons of African descent in the United States of America and in other areas of the African Diaspora.
Students who have an interest in the African Diaspora are encouraged to purse a Black Studies major. Upon graduation, students with a major in Black Studies are welcomed into a variety of occupations and graduate and professional schools. Based on data collected by the National Council of Black Studies, Black Studies graduates do particularly well in social service areas, sales, and media communications.
Students electing to major in Black Studies should inform the director of Black Studies of their intention as early as possible by completing the Black Studies Major Application Form. The form must be submitted to the Black Studies Program for review and approval. Upon acceptance into the major the director of Black Studies and/or a designated person shall serve as a student adviser.
Major-Field Requirements
Required Courses: Black Studies majors are required to complete a minimum of 44 credit hours. The hours must include core hours in each section below (A1 through C3) and Capstone I and Capstone II in section D. A minimum of 28 credit hours must be completed at the 300-400 course level. See website or call the Black Studies Program for the complete listing of courses.
A minimum total number of 128 credit hours are required for every student in the College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences. All degree seeking, CLASS students must complete a specific number of General Education (GenEd) requirements which are comprised of University and College requirements. This is in addition to the credits for their major field of study. Students are responsible for ensuring the appropriate selection of courses to satisfy GenEd requirements. Students are highly encouraged to consult with both their general education advisor and faculty advisor regarding the applicability of selected courses each semester. A comprehensive description of Cleveland State University’s General Education Requirements for undergraduate students is available online at http://www.csuohio.edu/academic/gened/summarytable.html.