African and African Diaspora Studies
Focuses on the intellectual, historical, political, artistic, religious, scientific, economic, and sociocultural experiences of people of African descent.
Students Say AADS Has
The African and African Diaspora Studies (AADS) program provides an opportunity for students to engage in focused studies across multiple academic disciplinary areas. Within the program, students can enroll in a variety specified general education course sections developed with an added emphasis on the people of Africa and/or the African diaspora. Additionally, the program draws on the theories and methodologies that will provide a foundation for students to continue their studies in a comparable AADS program at a four-year institution.
Immerse Yourself
AADS focus examines the diversity, complexity, and interdependence of the world community. It also provides a broad knowledge base for understanding and analyzing various topics relative to the diverse communities in Africa and the African diaspora.
Political
Students will gain knowledge of the political structures and institutions as well as the various impacts those structures have on communities of people in African and within the African diaspora.
Economic
Students will gain insight into the influences that structure various economic institutions in African and within the African diaspora.
Social & Cultural
Students will explore the social and cultural experiences that shape various communities in African and within the African diaspora.
Courses in African & African Diaspora Studies
Within the (AADS) program, students can enroll in a variety of specified general education course sections developed with an added emphasis on the people of Africa and/or the African diaspora.
HIST 2381 African American History I & HIST 2382 African American History II
DRAM-1310 Theatre Appreciation
ENGL-2327 American Literature: Beginnings through Civil War, ENG 1301 Composition I & Eng 1302 Composition II
Meet your African and African Diaspora Studies Instructors
Come study with us and become part of our diverse community. We can help you reach your career goals with affordable, hands-on instruction.
Roland Hayes
Queen Samantha Ackers
Kyle Smith
Ursula Parker
Yunina Barbour-Payne
Corey Greathouse
Latasha Goodwyn
Area Of Study Advisors
Liberal Arts (Humanities, Social and Behavioral Sciences) Area of Study Advisors will help you select your classes, stay on track for your degree program, and make decisions about your educational and career goals. Email or call ahead to schedule an appointment to maximize academic advising.
Upcoming Events
Provides opportunities for active engagement in the community through ongoing events, service learning, and international programs. Featuring lectures, panel discussions, a film series, and cultural events that allow students, faculty and staff, and the broader Austin community the opportunity to engage with various topics pertaining to African and; African Diaspora and Interdisciplinary Studies.
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