Associate of Arts - African American Studies

African American Studies at the College Of Alameda will give students a deep appreciation and understanding of the impact that people of African descent have/had on the ancient and modern worlds. Students will draw from multiple academic disciplines, including history, sociology, communication, literature, art, dance, anthropology, and political science. Through these academic lenses students will gain a broader understanding of the African diasporic experience in the U.S. and beyond as students will critically analyze the struggles, triumphs, and rich traditions both past and present. Students will learn from instructors who are active in the community and their areas of academic specialization.

Students in African American Studies at the College of Alameda can elect to study in Africa during the summer session through the program's study abroad initiative to Accra Ghana. Future study abroad opportunities within the African diaspora will include Mexico, Cuba, Haiti, Jamaica, and Brazil.

African American studies graduates from the College Of Alameda are prepared to work in many situations requiring appreciation of cultural diversity, gender equity, and social awareness. Recent graduates have gone on to peruse four year degrees at Cal, Davis, UCLA, Howard, SFSU, and other major colleges throughout the country and abroad. Other College of Alameda scholars have elected to peruse professional careers in, politics, social service programs, counseling services, nonprofits, and other community based organizations.