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Requirements Africana Studies combines a traditional liberal
arts perspective with interdisciplinary skills of investigation,
analysis, and communication. Focusing on the social, economic,
spiritual, and psychological challenges that have dominated
African American history and culture, students of all
backgrounds obtain insight into the world at large through the
complex and distinctive experiences and contributions of peoples
of African descent. The Africana Studies program: - Examines the
life of people of African descent, both diasporan and
continental. - Explores the myriad expressions of traditional
and contemporary African cultures, incorporating fundamental
paradigms and methodological approaches into its inquiry -
Provides a profound understanding of the social realities,
experiences, and continuing contributions to human civilization
of the peoples of African descent, thus equipping students to
enhance life opportunities for people of African d