African American Studies - SUNY College at Cortland

African American Studies from SUNY College at Cortland is a Campus Bachelor African American degree that prepares you for a Liberal Arts career. Description The African American Studies Program is the oldest of the ethnic studies programs at SUNY Cortland, dating back to 1975 when it was founded as the Department of Black Studies . Students who major in African American studies may choose a concentration in African and African American history or in African American sociological, political, and community development. Thirty-six hours are required for the major. Students may also minor in African American studies , an 18-hour program. Majors may combine courses in African American Studies with a professional sequence to qualify for initial certification as social studies teachers for grades 7-12. Special Features Faculty who have won distinguished awards in teaching Faculty who have won Chancellors awards in service Fulbright awardees Nationally and internationally recognized faculty Credit-bearing internships Study abroad experiences at the University of Ghana, Legon, Ghana and the United States International University, Kenya. Adolescence education - social studies and African American studies career in high school teaching Scholarship support in African American Chorale Research with faculty, conferences and publication Study Abroad: University of Ghana - Legon, Ghana; United States International University, Kenya; Tubman University, Liberia Career Potential Government service: international, national, state, local Journalism Social and family services Politics Teaching Business Community activism Community development: international, state, local View more details on SUNY College at Cortland . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related African American courses.