NEW: MINOR IN AFRICAN STUDIES
The Department of African and African American Studies is pleased to announce the addition of a new minor. Beginning in Fall 2013, students will be able to enroll in the “African Studies” minor. The purpose of this interdisciplinary minor is to provide unique opportunities for Fordham students to develop a level of expertise in African Political and Social History, Sociology, Economics, among others; learn African languages; meet with Africa’s permanent representatives at the UN; and interact with and network among the diverse African population present in the city.
This interdisciplinary minor provides a background for careers in government, business, law, foreign service, academia, and other areas. The minor also complements majors in many departments and professional schools throughout the university, such as Economics, Political Science, International Humanitarian Affairs, and Business. It is recommended to students wishing to gain an international perspective before entering the global marketplace.
Requirements:
Coursework: Must complete six (6) one-semester courses.
- History (AFAM 1600)
- Social Science (one class)
- Arts & Humanities (one class)
- Three (3) additional electives.
Languages:
Proficiency through the intermediate level in a language spoken on the African continent other than English such as Swahili, Twi, Zulu, Arabic, Portuguese, Spanish or French.
Study Abroad:
It is not necessary to study abroad to earn the minor, but credit towards the minor can be earned by studying in Ghana, South Africa, Morocco, or Tanzania. Limited scholarship funds will be available to cover the cost of traveling.
For the program's Fall 2013 and Spring 2014 course offerings, download the flyer here.
