AADS3020 · African and African Diaspora Studies
Morrissey College of Arts & Sciences
This course introduces students to the theories and methods of African diaspora art history. Focusing on key historical moments and works of art, we will explore how artists from the Caribbean, Latin America, and the United States have engaged with issues of race, identity, and historical memory from slavery to the present day. Special attention will be given to debates surrounding cultural retention and creolization, with particular emphasis on how these themes manifest in visual and expressive culture. The course is discussion-based, with each class centered around at least one foundational text selected to give students a comprehensive understanding of this evolving subfield.
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