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History of the Black Family in the United States
AFAM345 FA

For much of the twentieth century, the black family has been a focus of public policy concern. This course explores the history of black families in the United States, beginning with the formation of families during slavery and ending with an examination of current debates about matriarchy, teenage mothers, and welfare reform. We will also examine the nature of the black family under slavery, the effect of emancipation on black families, how the process of migration affected family structur es, and how state social policies affect families. The most important historical questions we will address this semester include What is a family and how should "family" be defined? What role has the black family played in the black community and in th e black struggle for equality? How does the black family function as a political symbol?

COURSE FORMAT: Lecture

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Level: UGRD    Credit: 1    Gen Ed Area Dept: SBS HIST    Grading Mode: Student Option   

Prerequisites: NONE

Last Updated on MAR-24-2000

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