The Black Studies minor is an interdisciplinary program administered by the office of the Black Studies Program. The minor in Black Studies is granted by the College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences. The majority of courses are offered by the College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences but Black Studies courses are also offered in other colleges. See the website or call the Black Studies Program for the complete listing of courses.
The scope of the Black Studies courses encompasses the study of the history, geography, experiences, contribution, and lifestyles of peoples 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 majoring in any discipline may pursue a minor in Black Studies. Upon graduation, students of 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. There is evidence that students in Black Studies receive substantive aid in their preparation for advanced graduate studies in law, education, social work, public administration, international affairs, social policy analysis, and other areas of study.
Students electing to minor in Black Studies are to inform the director of Black Studies of their intention as early as possible by completing the Declaration or Change of Minor form and submitting it to the director. The director of Black Studies or a person designated by the director shall serve as adviser to students who elect a minor in Black Studies.