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 […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":10,"featured_media":0,"parent":205,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"page-sidebar-right.php","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-489","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"acf":{"sidebar":"
If you want to learn more about this exciting hands-on program or to get registered<\/a> please contact us.<\/p>\n Department Chair, Carleen Sanchez <\/p>\n EVENTS<\/a><\/p>\n 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:<\/p>\n Students with this academic background will be better qualified for entry into professional career tracks related to AADS, including careers in international journalism, government, business, law, diplomacy, education, and non-profit and humanitarian work. Employers in a wide range of fields indicate that the skills learned in our program are highly desirable.<\/p>\n Career Services<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n","column_2":" <\/p>\n","background":"Color","background_color":"#FFFFFF","background_gradient":{"gradient_start":"","gradient_end":""},"background_image":false,"text_mode":"dark","id":""},{"acf_fc_layout":"one_column","heading":"","column_1":" who demonstrate a capacity to think critically, communicate clearly, & solve problems<\/p>\n","column_2":" that those they hire demonstrate ethical judgment and integrity and intercultural skills<\/p>\n","column_3":" agree that all college students should acquire broad knowledge in the liberal arts and sciences<\/span><\/p>\n","background":"Color","background_color":"#ffffff","background_gradient":{"gradient_start":"","gradient_end":""},"background_image":false,"text_mode":"dark","id":""},{"acf_fc_layout":"two_columns","heading":"Student opportunities","column_1":" Explore countries and cultures around the globe through ACC faculty-led study abroad programs. African and African Diaspora Studies connect participants with other campus opportunities such as Faculty-Led Study Abroad programs. These programs provide invaluable experiences that expand student exposure and understanding of other cultural contexts.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n African and African Diaspora Studies Program<\/span> also encourages direct involvement with the community through a variety of service-learning opportunities. Service-learning enables students and faculty to put the principles of globalization into practice through active involvement with local groups in need of assistance.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n","column_2":" <\/p>\n 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<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n","background":"Color","background_color":"#FFFFFF","background_gradient":{"gradient_start":"","gradient_end":""},"background_image":false,"text_mode":"dark","id":""},{"acf_fc_layout":"one_column","heading":"Additional ACC Resources","column_1":"
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