AFAM-F202 – African/Cultural Studies

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About Course

AFAM-F202 introduces students to the rich cultural diversity and complexity of the African continent. Through the lens of cultural studies, this course explores how identity, tradition, language, music, fashion, storytelling, and resistance shape everyday life across Africa and its global diaspora. Students will challenge stereotypes, unpack myths, and examine how African cultural expression continues to influence and inspire the world. Whether through dance, dress, or dialogue, this course invites you to engage critically and creatively with African culture—past and present.

What Will You Learn?

  • By the end of the course, students will be able to:
  • • Understand what culture is and how it influences identity, behavior, and worldview.
  • • Recognize the immense diversity of African cultures across geography, language, religion, and tradition.
  • • Know common myths and stereotypes about Africa through factual and cultural exploration.
  • • Learn why cultural studies are important in challenging bias, uplifting identity, and understanding the African Diaspora.
  • • Begin connecting your own cultural experiences to broader global and historical contexts.

Course Content

Introduction to Cultural Studies – African Culture
Welcome to AFAM-F202: African/Cultural Studies! Our course officially begins on Monday, May 26, 2025. All classes will be held virtually via Zoom to ensure accessibility and interactive learning. 📧 Keep an eye on your inbox—I’ll be sending out the Zoom link and course access details one week before we start. Get ready to explore culture and celebrate the richness of the African continent together. I can’t wait to meet you all!

  • Week 1 reflection
  • Week 1 Companion Worksheet
  • Week 1 lesson

Oral Tradition and Story Telling
By the end of Week 2, students should be able to: • Understand the role of oral tradition in African cultures. • Identify key elements of African storytelling practices. • Appreciate the importance of proverbs, folktales, and oral historians (griots). • Reflect on the value of storytelling in preserving cultural identity. ________________________________________

African Music & Dance

Clothing, Adornment & Identity

Resistance, Liberation & Pop Culture

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