This course focuses on major political, social, economic, and cultural transitions in African history from 1960 to the present. We will think through the rise and fall of apartheid in South Africa, the Cold War, environmental crises and activism, the struggle for gender equality and LGBTQIA+ rights, student movements, Arab Spring, the COVID-19 pandemic and other public health issues, and more. Meets the Critical Perspectives: Global Cultures requirement.

Degree requirement — Critical Perspectives: G

1 unit — Sanchez

Offerings

Term	Block	Title	Instructor	Location	Student Limit/Available	Updated
Fall 2025	Block 2	Global Africa	Danielle Sanchez	TBA	25 / 20	05/20/2025