African American & African Studies
Welcome to the Department of African American and African Studies! In this challenging and diverse academic environment, we offer an exciting and significantly relevant range of areas of concentration, courses, and ideas. Within a single academic department our students study the rich social, political, economic, and cultural complexities of Africa, African America, and the broader African Diaspora. Learn more >>
Department News & Chair's Blog
Read & comment on the AA&AS chair's blog.
African Student Association Red Spots series
During the month of November the African Student Association will host "Red Spots," a series of events designed to raise awareness about important issues taking place on the continent of Africa.
Fall Soccer Tournament.
Friday, November 13, 6-9pm in the Field House of the University Recreation Center (1906 University Ave. SE, Minneapolis, MN 55455). Proceeds of the tournament will go to Students Against Hunger.Presentation by Oromia Student Union & Eritrean Student Association.
Wednesday, November 18, 5pm in Coffman Union room 201. OSU & ERISA will give presentations on their history and culture, and look at controversial issues affecting their peoples.Invisible Children screening of Together We Are Free.
Wednesday, November 18, 7pm at the Oak Street Cinema (309 Oak St. SE Minneapolis, MN 55455). Together We Are Free is a documentary that follows youth around the world as they call attention to the situation of child soldiers in East Africa. A panel discussion follows the screening. This event is free.Screening of the documentary Africa Open for Business.
November 13th, 2009
Tuesday, November 24, 5pm in Coffman Union room 201. "Imagine an Africa with entrepreneurial spirit that is striving to take care of itself and finding African solutions to African problems."
The Village Newsletter
A Message From Scott
Dear Alumni & Friends:
Welcome to the September/October 2009 edition of The Village. We heard from many of our alumni and what an impressive group! You are doing important work and we are proud of your many accomplishments.
This year we are paying special attention to the department's role in K-12 and community outreach. As we move forward, the department is continually examining ways to engage our alumni and friends. Therefore an important part of my role involves cultivating an even stronger relationship with you.
Throughout the year the department will call on you to: share with high school students how you are putting your degree to use, mentor college or high school students, or participate in upcoming events sponsored by the department. Your willingness to volunteer will provide current and future students with a fuller picture of what one does with a degree or minor in African American & African Studies.
Thank you for your support, generosity and confidence.
October 29th, 2009