College

Amoaba Gooden

VP of Diversity at Kent University
Bachelor of Arts, History (1992)
Master of Arts, History (1994)

Julie Byczynski

Director of Advancement at the Ontario Veterinary College
Bachelor of Arts, Canadian Studies (1997)
Master of Arts, Theatre Studies (1999)

Cobina Price-Jones

Technical Writer
Bachelor of Arts, English Major & History Minor (1982)

Why Black Canadian Studies?

Our world needs more people with a comprehensive understanding of equity, diversity, and inclusion. Employers are looking for people to build, implement, and sustain anti-racist and anti-oppressive practices within their businesses. Policy makers require the knowledge, skills, and experiences developed through this minor.

Courses

BLCK 1000: Introduction to Black Studies in Canada

This course offers a broad introduction to Black Studies in Canada. This course will introduce students to themes and debates that have occupied Black Studies as a field of academic inquiry. The course connects the issues and investments central to Black Studies to the examination of Black lives and communities, social movements and expressive cultures in Canada. Students will develop critical tools, frameworks, and vocabulary for further study in the field.

Program

Students in the minor will complete courses in Black Canadian Studies, along with restricted electives in Black Identities and Black Cultures.

Black Identities includes courses in English, History, International Development, Psychology, and Sociology, while Black Cultures includes courses in English and Music, among others.

The program culminates in a capstone experience centered around community engagement and learning.

Why Black Canadian Studies?