HIST 383(F) The History of Black Women in America: From Slavery to the Present (Same as Africana Studies 383 and Women's and Gender Studies 383)*

This course will introduce students to the significant themes and events that have shaped African American women's historical experience from slavery to the present. We will examine the political nature and development of Black Women's studies as we explore the social, cultural, political, and economic meaning of freedom for women of African descent.
Format: discussion. Evaluation will be based on class participation, several short response papers, and a final exam.
No enrollment limit (expected: 20). Open to all.
Group A

Hour: HICKS