AFC 543 Civil Rights and the African American Experience

This course will explore the impact of race as a dominant and dynamic force that has shaped the interpretation of the Constitution and subsequent Civil Rights Acts. Students will critically examine how black communities organized for change and how the Civil Rights movement contributed to American political reform.

Often cross-listed with PLSC 543

Credit 3 hrs May not be repeated for additional credit
Grade Mode Normal (A-F) Course Rotation Winter (in-person/hybrid)

Prerequisites -
Restriction by Major -
Restriction by Degree Type - Graduate standing

Equivalent Course(s) - AAS 543
Course History -
Course Rotation updated 12/2022; Course Rotation added 8/2014; Change to prefix 2/2013, effective Summer 2013

Winter 2025 Course Sections

Fall 2024 Course Sections