What is Africana Studies?
Africana Studies is a field of study that is interdisciplinary in focus. The Institute teaches classes ranging from sociology, political science, history, and education among our diverse offerings. More specifically at UCONN, for three decades we have trained our students to critically analyze the varied experiences of people of African descent globally and locally. We have a strong public history presence that focuses on Black people in New England and Connecticut that helps the program remain committed to the principles that Africana Studies was founded on, community engagement.
Why Major in Africana Studies?
Alumni Profiles
Our alumni have a wide range research interests. Click the link below to view their profiles and why they chose Africana Studies!
Upcoming Events
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Apr
9
Ampe: Leap for the Sky Black Girl Screening Event 7:00pm
Ampe: Leap for the Sky Black Girl Screening Event
Tuesday, April 9th, 2024
07:00 PM
Konover Auditorium, Dodd Center
Don’t miss the screening the film Ampe: Leap into the Sky Black Girl. Following the film, there will be a Q&A with the film’s directors, Ife Oluwamuyide and Claudia Owusu.
This event is cosponsored by the Africana Studies Institute and the Humanities Institute
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Apr
11
Drs. Barbara and Carlton Molette Scholarship and Award Dinner 5:00pm
Drs. Barbara and Carlton Molette Scholarship and Award Dinner
Thursday, April 11th, 2024
05:00 PM
UConn Foundation
The Africana Studies Institute presents the Drs. Barbara and Carlton Molette Scholarship Award! The Institute will celebrate our undergraduate award recipients, our faculty’s accomplishments and our alumni!
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