College Of Arts And Sciences
Africana Studies
Why Africana Studies?
Interested in learning about Black history, art, literature, social and economic conditions, politics, and cultures? Through our Africana Studies major you will, and you'll be encouraged to take part in extracurricular activities and community service. Our graduates work in a variety of fields ranging from social work to human resources and public relations to academia. Africana Studies is a great degree to hold if you’re looking for a challenging and rewarding college experience.
AREAS OF STUDY:
- Africana Studies in the Humanities
- Africana Studies in the Social Sciences
- The African-American Experience
- The Global African Experience
Ready to take the next step?
SAMPLE COURSES:
- Hip Hop and the Intellectual Tradition
- Philosophy of Race
- The Modern Color Line
- Human Rights and Africa
ADMISSION INFO:
As a non-restricted major, there are no additional admission requirements for this program. Please review the general admission criteria related to how you are applying.
After Graduation
Your college decision isn't really about the next four years. We get it. It’s about what doors are opened by your degree and whether those opportunities are what you had envisioned for yourself. Nearly 95% of SBU grads are employed or go to professional or graduate school. Here's a snapshot of what life after graduation looks like for some of them.
CAREER OPTIONS:
- Senior Advisor for Office of Equity and Access
- Civil Service Worker
- Foreign Service Specialist
- Immigration / Resettlement Coordinator
- Intergovernmental Organization Representative
RECENT EMPLOYERS:
- Peace Corps
- United Nations
- NYC Department of Education
- US Citizenship and Immigration Service
- Harvard University
Interested in this Major?
Department of Africana Studies
Chair: Tracey Walters
Office: S-249 Social and Behavioral Sciences
Phone: (631) 632-7470
University CodesSAT: 2548ACT: 2952FAFSA: 002838
