Recent African American History

AFS-339-30

Stony Brook University

  • Semester
    Summer 2026
  • Instructor
    Brenda Ford
  • Start Date
    05-26-2026
  • Total Credits
    3
  • Call to Register
    631-632-6175

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A study of recent African American history. Topics will include the dramatic increase in the number of black elected officials, rise of the black middle-class, the urban crisis, contemporary civil rights struggles, affirmative action, the decline of black radicalism, and the incorporation of black leadership. Enables students to examine the relationship between African Americans and American society during the past 100 years, particularly since 1970. This course is offered as both AFS 339 and HIS 339.
General Education Area(s): American History
Course Area: Africana Studies
Level: Upper Level Undergraduate
Dates: 05-26-2026 - 07-03-2026
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Instructor: Brenda Ford
Local Course ID: 26SU_STB_AFS339_30
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