Bachelor's in African American Studies

Wesleyan University provides a vibrant and inclusive academic environment where students are encouraged to think boldly, question assumptions, and delve into the complexities of the world. The university's emphasis on interdisciplinary studies and innovative research initiatives fosters a culture of intellectual curiosity and a commitment to social responsibility. At Wesleyan, students engage with a diverse array of academic disciplines, from the arts and humanities to the sciences and social sciences. The university's unique open curriculum allows students the freedom to chart their educational journey, encouraging exploration beyond traditional disciplinary boundaries. Wesleyan is not just a place of academic learning; it's a community that values inclusivity, activism, and the pursuit of knowledge for the betterment of society. The vibrant campus life, coupled with a rich tradition of alumni who have made significant contributions to various fields, makes Wesleyan University a distinctive institution dedicated to preparing students for meaningful lives and impactful careers.

The African American Studies Program at Wesleyan offers a dynamic interdisciplinary approach to the study of people of African descent in the Black Atlantic world, especially in the United States and in the Caribbean. The major enables undergraduates to bring the methodologies, theories, and insights of diverse disciplines to bear on their studies of the history, literature, politics, culture, and art of peoples of African descent. Courses, which range from seminars to larger discussion classes, are informed by theoretical and empirical approaches and explore topics such as conceptualizations of race, issues of race and identity, as well as the social structures, cultural traditions, and political realities of Africans in the Diaspora.