Dec 09, 2024  
OHIO University Undergraduate Catalog 2024-25 
    
OHIO University Undergraduate Catalog 2024-25

African American Studies Minor


Minor code OR4903

College of Arts and Sciences  
African American Studies 
Bentley Annex
Phone: 740.593.4546
african.american.studies@ohio.edu
www.ohio.edu/cas/african-american-studies

Dr. Gary Holcomb, Chair
holcomb@ohio.edu
Uzoma Miller, Advising Coordinator
milleru@ohio.edu

Program Overview

The Department of African American Studies was established in 1969, and remains one of a few programs with departmental status in the state of Ohio. A centerpiece of that legacy is our shared vision and philosophy with the National Council for Black Studies, which is to promote academic excellence and social responsibility in the areas of teaching, research, and service. We are a department that is committed to producing persons who are capable of solving problems in American (and global) society.

The faculty believes in preparing and mentoring all students to successfully complete their academic goals and objectives. Our mission is to contribute to an inclusive intellectual environment at Ohio University by developing and delivering an interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary curriculum that advances the University’s general education goals.

Admissions Information

Freshman/First-Year Admission

No requirements beyond University admission requirements.

Change of Program Policy

No selective or limited admission requirements.

External Transfer Admission

No requirements beyond University admission requirements.

Opportunities Upon Graduation

The African American Studies minor complements and extends the academic background of students seeking professional careers in a variety of fields including law, education, social services, and the academy.

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Requirements

Minor Hours Requirement


The African American Studies minor requires a minimum of 15 hours. 

Core Requirements


Complete the following course:

Electives


Complete at least four courses at the AAS 1000, 2000, 3000, or 4000 level. At least 2 courses must be completed at the 3000/4000 level.