Since 2020, I have served as director of the African American Studies Program at the University of Florida. The African American Studies Program started in 1969, developed a certificate in 1971, created a minor in 2006 and a major in 2014. Since 2014, over 200 students graduated with a degree in African American Studies and have careers, in law, education, and finance.
We hope the new year is providing the invigorating motivation to embark on all that is in store for you! Sankofa is taking advantage of the new year and the wealth of opportunity.
Black people have made significant contributions to not only American society but to the global community as well. Their socio-economic and political contributions warrant our attention 365 days of the year.
On November 19th, 2024, the AFA program welcomed Dr. Mar’tina Wimberly and Dr. Erich T. Wyckoft to discuss the ways social science degrees can be an effective discipline for medical training.
The African American Studies program is proud to announce the publication of “The Return to Black Nationalism and the Death of White Supremacy” by Dr. Vincent Adejumo. The work explores Black nationalism’s dynamic history and its current impact in 21st century America.
In August, Jehlia Andrew-Brown, a fourth-year student in our program, began her independent research as an Alexander Grass Scholar in collaboration with the Matheson History Museum, under the supervision of Dr. TehQuin Forbes.
Join us as we welcome Dr. Deirdre Cooper Owens on March 4, 2025 as our Women’s History Month Speaker. The event will be held from 5:00 pm-6:30 pm in Ustler Hall.
The African American Studies Program has a robust roster of classes. See our upcoming summer and fall course offerings. Summer 2025 Courses
Here are a few top picks from our faculty and staff of books, films and art! We hope you will take the time to engage in this wonderful work. Dr. J.E. Young, Patricia Hilliard-Nunn Visiting Assistant Professor, recommends
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