BLAS 100 - Introduction to Black Studies

    Recent Professors
    Brianna Althea Simmons, Alazar Tesfamariam, Chida Rebecca Warren, Candace Katungi, Mychal Odom, Terry James Sivers, Thekima Mayasa, Nathan Katungi and 4 more
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Summer 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025, Summer 2025
    Class Size
    35–45 students
    Credits
    3
    Fall 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 4 · Cal-GETC Area 6 · IGETC Area 4C · IGETC Area 7 · CSU GE Area D3 · CSU GE Area D · CSU GE Area F
    Description
    This course is an overview of the Black Studies discipline including its social and academic origins, goals and development. Emphasis is placed on providing students with an understanding of the fundamental areas of study within the field and of the interdisciplinary approach to studying the African experience in America and the world. This course is intended for students majoring in Black Studies and Ethnic Studies; and all students interested in general knowledge of the Black experience.
    Usually Held
    Mon Wed 9:35am–11:00am, Mon Wed 11:10am–12:35pm, Mon Wed 12:45pm–2:10pm, Tue Thu 9:35am–11:00am