HST 258 - African American History

Lecture Hours: 4
Credit Hours: 4

Recounts and explains experiences which lie at the heart of America’s struggle to deal with its racial composition. Examines historical forces which denied African Americans the opportunity to secure meaningful first-class citizenship. Focuses on the political and social lives of African Americans. Additionally, examines the decisions and social institutions that determined public policy regarding Americans of African descent.

Prerequisite: Placement into WR 115 (or higher), or completion of WR 090 (or higher) with a grade of C or better; or consent of instructor.