BA in Interdisciplinary - Africana Studies in Knoxville United States | University of Tennessee, Knoxville

The Africana Studies Department at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville focuses on generating and sharing cross-disciplinary knowledge concerning Africa, African Americans, and global African diaspora communities. It fosters analytical and innovative thinking by conducting thorough research, instruction, community engagement, and scholarly publications about the cultural expressions, artistic traditions, social structures, historical narratives, economic systems, and philosophical thought of African-descended populations globally. Africana Studies operates as a diverse, cross-field academic framework that grounds its research across local, national, continental, and worldwide contexts. The discipline views the Africana sphere as encompassing regions from Africa to the Americas, the Caribbean, Asia, and Europe. This academic unit builds upon the legacy, historical contributions, and activism of African Americans who played pivotal roles in establishing Africana Studies in the U.S. As an evolving field, Africana Studies addresses contemporary societal demands and international challenges while advancing the mission of the College of Arts and Sciences and UT's strategic vision by equipping students for an interconnected world. The program's primary objective is to deliver a well-rounded interdisciplinary education that cultivates deep awareness, comprehension, and respect for the multifaceted Africana experience.