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Africana Studies Minor Overview

The Africana studies minor at USI is committed to the study of the past, present, and future experiences and perspectives of Africans, African Americans, and peoples of African descent. This program will give you an interdisciplinary approach to explore the diversity of peoples and cultures that stems from these three perspectives. At USI, you'll be encouraged to explore questions and issues surrounding ability, class, culture, ethnicity, gender, identity, race, and sexuality, from diverse viewpoints. Your coursework will require that you think critically and conduct research, as you prepare to be mindful, analytical, and an engage member of the global community.

Award Winning Students and Faculty
20
Average Class Size

Credits Breakdowns

Minor Credit
Requirements

18
Credits

Total Credits

18
Credits

Additional credit hours could indicate a major, second minor, or certificate. A minimum of 120 credit hours is required to graduate.   

An undergraduate student should initiate a Change of Academic Program if they wish to add or remove a minor. 

The student obtains a Change of Academic Program form from the Registrar's Office or the department of the new major/minor, secures the signature of the department chair/director (or dean) of any major/minor to be added, and returns the form to the Registrar's Office for processing. 

A student must submit the completed form by the Thursday before priority registration if the change is to be made within the current semester. Unless granted a waiver by the department of the new major, the student must meet all current program requirements for graduation. 

Incoming Students

  • Start Date:
    January 13, 2025
    Registration Deadline:
    January 09, 2025
  • Start Date:
    August 18, 2025
    Registration Deadline:
    August 13, 2025
  • Start Date:
    January 12, 2026
    Registration Deadline:
    January 08, 2026
  • Start Date:
    August 17, 2026
    Registration Deadline:
    August 12, 2026
  • Start Date:
    January 11, 2027
    Registration Deadline:
    January 07, 2027

College & Department Contacts

Dr. Denise M. Lynn
Professor of History
Director of Gender Studies
Director of Africana Studies Program
Interim Chair of the History Department

Career Outlook

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An Africana studies minor will prepare you with a breadth of knowledge and experience. After graduation, Africana studies minors often find meaningful work in career areas such as the arts, communications and media, counseling and social services, education, entrepreneurship and business, graduate studies, management and industry, non-profit / advocacy, public health, public policy, public relations, or government/politics.

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The University of Southern Indiana is committed to making college accessible to those wishing to further their education by providing numerous scholarships, grants, and financial aid options to assist students in managing tuition expenses.

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