African American & African Diaspora Studies (AADS) advances the university’s commitment to diverse perspectives and inclusive learning environments through course offerings, programming, and community engagement. We foster interdisciplinary study for students by examining how people of African descent have shaped our world. As a program located in a city with a history of Black sociopolitical movements, we provide a forum to engage the complexities of Black life across African diasporas.
Dr. Andrea Hunter and Mr. Jerry Blakemore joined Dean Omar Ali in a conversation on “Race, Culture, and the Law” […]
Posted on February 1, 2023
Photos of AADS graduates with faculty, special guests, and family in attendance, held in the Weatherspoon Museum courtyard.
Posted on May 20, 2022
AADS shines a light on the African Diaspora in Latin America with CACE conference programing, classes (e.g. AADS Special Topics […]
Posted on August 15, 2021
May 10, 2021 The College of Arts & Sciences announced that this year’s award goes to the African American & […]
Posted on May 10, 2021