African Studies
African Studies
Faculty Advisor: Dr. Tahir Shad, Associate Professor, Political Science and International Studies
WC abroad programs in Egypt, Morocco, South Africa, and Tanzania (summer)
Required language of study: French, or an indigenous African language abroad.
In addition to the Common Requirements for all concentrations, students must complete two courses related to Africa at Washington College.
Recommended Courses Offered At Washington College:
- ANT 320. Race and Ethnicity
- ECN 218: Economic Development
- FRS 312. The Contemporary Francophone World
- HIS 371. History of South Africa
- POL 341. Politics of Development
- POL 356. African Politics
Special Topics courses dealing with Africa also are frequently offered at Washington College, and may be counted toward the two-course requirement.
