Program Overview
Africana studies is the study of Africans and African-descended peoples. It offers a multidisciplinary approach to investigate, educate, promote and value the contributions and experiences of Africans and African-descended peoples worldwide.
Students learn about the national global roles, cultural contributions and experiences of Africans and people of African descent; oral traditions, literature, art and aesthetics; expressions and conceptualizations of spiritualism within the African purview; and the social, political and economic history of Blacks and the evolution of Black nationalism.
Degrees Offered
- BA in Africana Studies
Minors
- Africana Studies
Internships, Research Opportunities and More
Internship projects are completed under the guidance of a faculty member in an institution, agency or program.
Students can also take independent study credits and/or pursue independent research on a topic of their interest in consultation with a faculty member.
For internship opportunities, visit the Fleishman Center for Career and Professional Development.
Coursework
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After You Graduate
Africana studies at Binghamton University prepares students for a wide array of careers including:
- business
- counseling
- government
- law enforcement
- medicine
- psychology
- public health
- social work
- technologies
- teaching
Our graduates have gone on to continue their studies at prestigious graduate schools including:
- Harvard University
- Yale University
- New York University
- Columbia University
- University of Michigan
- Boston University
