HIST 1480

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HIST 1480
FWS: African-American Politics and Identity Beyond U.S. Borders

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How have African Americans envisioned liberation as a global political and cultural project? This writing seminar will explore the work of black twentieth century thinkers who understood racial oppression as a global problem and insisted on pursuing global solutions. By reading a series of short articles and chapters, students will gain exposure to the main themes in African-American transnational thought. By preparing short essays, they will strengthen their style, organization, and persuasive power as writers. Finally, they will hone their skills of political analysis and gain a new appreciation for the creative dimensions of historical writing.

When Offered Fall.

Satisfies Requirement First-Year Writing Seminar.

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Syllabi: none

  •   FWS Session. 

  • 3 Credits Graded

  • 17927 HIST 1480   SEM 101

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  • For more information about First-Year Writing Seminars, see the Knight Institute website at http://www.arts.cornell.edu/knight_institute