Africana Studies

• Minor

The Africana Studies minor at Stetson engages you directly with the history, cultures, and contemporary situations of peoples of African descent, both on the continent and across the Diaspora. You apply classroom knowledge to real community challenges through active engagement with local organizations and residents.

Why Africana Studies at Stetson University?

Africana Studies provides a multidisciplinary and global perspective that few single-discipline courses can offer. It draws on Afrocentric and other cultural studies frameworks to examine African and Diasporan peoples across history, politics, literature, and social science, developing the kind of cross-cultural analytical fluency employers and graduate programs increasingly value.

The minor connects classroom learning to community action. You actively engage with local organizations and residents, applying what you learn to help communities understand their histories, current situations, and aspirations. While the program offers a minor, you have the flexibility to enroll in any of the Africana Studies courses.

Learn more about the Department of History.

Related Programs:

• Gender Studies
• Latin American and Latino Studies
• Asian Studies

“The connections and people I met opened the door to many opportunities.”

— Gealina Chicon '24

Career Outcomes

A minor in Africana Studies strengthens any degree with a global perspective, cross-cultural fluency, and community engagement experience. The personal growth, intellectual development, and sense of global citizenship the minor develops are qualities that enrich any career path. The minor complements majors in History, Political Science, Sociology, International Studies, and Social Science especially well. Career paths include:

• Graduate study in comparative politics, history, or international relations
• Government and public policy careers with an international or domestic equity focus
• Nonprofit and community advocacy roles
• Education and academic research
• Journalism and cultural criticism

Meet the Faculty

As you begin your journey, you will work with some of our distinguished faculty and dedicated professionals who will provide you with personal attention and expert guidance to help you thrive academically and professionally.

• Chesya Burke, PhD, University of Florida
• Peter Smucker, PhD, University of Chicago
• Margaret Venzke, PhD, Columbia University
• Erik Johnson, PhD, Northwestern University

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EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING

At Stetson, learning goes beyond the classroom. You'll have opportunities to build real-world experience through internships, research, community engagement and other experiential learning opportunities.

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