African American and Black Diaspora Studies

Boston University's African American and Black Diaspora Studies program provides a comprehensive and interdisciplinary exploration of the histories, cultures, and political experiences of people of African descent across the globe. The curriculum delves into the diverse narratives of Black communities in the United States, Africa, the Caribbean, Latin America, and Europe, fostering a rich and nuanced understanding of the global Black experience. Through rigorous critical analysis of intersecting identities like race, ethnicity, gender, class, and sexuality, students gain valuable insights into the complexities shaping Black lives historically and in the contemporary world. As one of the oldest Black studies programs in the country and the first to offer a graduate degree, it holds a significant place in the field. The program equips students with essential skills in research, writing, and critical thinking, preparing them for a wide array of career paths or further academic pursuits.