History of the AFS Program
The African American Studies Program at UNCG (AFS) has grown from two classes in 1982 into a comprehensive interdisciplinary curriculum which now offers a major, minor and graduate certificate. The program strives to provide a global perspective by offering courses that address the history and culture of Africa, as well as a study abroad experience.
Chronology of Program Development:
| 1982-3 | Black studies offered as a "student-designed" minor. |
| 1986 | First offering of Black Studies Specific courses: BKS 100 Blacks in America; and BKS 110 Blacks in American Society: Social, Economic and Political Perspectives. |
| 1990-91 | Black studies introduced three experiemntal courses. BKS 200 Afro-American Art History; BKS 210 Afro-American Literature and Liberation; and BKS 220 The Portrayal of Afro-Americans in Art and Film. |
| 1991-92 | Additions to African American Studies Core Curriculum. BKS 200 was approved as a core program course and BKS 493 as an Honors course. |
| 1992-93 | The Black Studies Program changed its name to the African American Studies Program |
| Fall 2006 | Began to offer bachelor's degree in African American Studies |
| Fall 2009 | Began to offer Post-Baccalaureate Graduate Certificate |
Past directors: Dr. Lee Bernick, Dr. Ed Bell, Dr. Willie Baber, Dr. Angela Rhone,
Dr. Frank Woods.
Current Director: Dr. Tara T. Green
Dr. Frank Woods.
Current Director: Dr. Tara T. Green