2021-2022 Undergraduate Bulletin

AFR 202 Hip Hop Justice

3 hours

This course explores the powerful music and culture of Hip-Hop. Through intensive study of the history and elements of the genre, students will understand Hip-Hop as a discourse with orienting values and practices, and will examine its relationship to justice for people of African descent. Students will grapple with contemporary social issues using a Hip-Hop focused lens via weekly writing exercises, in-class open mics, visiting artists, and a public showcase.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

ENG 201

Notes

This course satisfies the Flexible Core: Creative Expression area of the Gen Ed Program.