Black Studies - Knox College

Black Studies from Knox College is a Campus Bachelor Area Studies degree that prepares you for a Liberal Arts career. Black Studies provides a foundation for understanding black experiences in the United States, as well as an appreciation for the rich traditions of Africa, Latin America and the Caribbean. The Black Studies program has forged connections with other academic areas as well, such as Women's Studies , Latin American Studies, Educational Studies , Integrated International Studies and American Studies . Knox students also benefit from the increasing visibility of the Black Studies program. There are close ties to the Illinois Committee for Black Concerns in Higher Education, the Association for Black Culture Centers (ABCC) and with the National Council for Black Studies . Curriculum Black Studies at Knox College offers more than 30 courses, with a strong emphasis on content in Black history and culture. Introductory courses examine the areas of Black Studies and African studies, as well as the histories of slavery in the Americas. Electives may be chosen from 27 courses, and may also include independent study work and/or an internship. Two culminating courses familiarize students with theoretical models and research methodologies in Black Studies , resulting in a term-long independent research project. View more details on Knox College . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Area Studies courses.