Africana Studies Overview

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What is Africana Studies?

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The critical and systematic study of the thoughts and practices of people of African descent in their current and historical unfolding.

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What are the Six Phases of Cohesion in Africana Studies?

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Protesting phase, Introduction phase, Development phase, Consolidation phase, Parian phase, Schools of Thought.

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What was the Civil Rights Movement?

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A mass movement to end segregation and achieve equality/justice for Black Americans.

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What was the Free Speech Movement?

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A 1960s largely white student protest for free expression on college campuses.

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What was the Anti-Vietnam War Movement?

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Student protests against U.S. involvement in Vietnam.

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What was the Black Power Movement?

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A movement emphasizing self-determination in culture, politics, and economics; promoted pride and independent Black institutions.

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Who were the Foot Soldiers in the context of Africana Studies?

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Newly admitted Black students in the 1960s who demanded relevant education and pushed for Black Studies programs.

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Define 'Discipline' in the context of Africana Studies.

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A specific branch of knowledge.

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Define 'Concept' in the context of Africana Studies.

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A unit of knowledge.

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Define 'Paradigm' in the context of Africana Studies.

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A model or framework for ideas.