Introduction to History of Africa (Since 1880)
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Explore the social and political changes that have transformed the African continent in the modern era, with a focus on the rise and fall of colonialism, the relation between Africa and the world in the post-colonial era, and effect of colonialism and its aftermath on African household structures and gender roles.
Spring 2014
Professor: Pier Larson
The two novels assigned during this course were ranked by many students as their favorite thing about this course. The topic covered and the breadth of material was also cited. Though the topic is interesting, many students found the lectures dry and uninspired. Lecture slides and better discussion sections were both suggestions for improving the course. Prospective students should know that there is a good deal of reading expected, but the topic is very interesting.