Episode 1: What is Black Studies? (Intro)

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In this episode, we look at the origins of a relatively new academic discipline. How did Black Studies come about and how is it distinct from other academic disciplines? Also, what are the challenges faced by scholars, academics and students of Black Studies in higher education?

Category:

Education

Tags:

• black studies
• africana studies
• african american studies
• racism
• cold war
• malcolm x
• black panther party
• civil rights
• black power
• history
• us history
• 1960s
• democracy now
• amy goodman
• education
• african american