AFRA 1100: Afrocentric Perspectives in the Arts
Lectures and discussions about assigned readings focus on historical and aesthetic perspectives of African American Arts and their African sources, with emphasis on how social and aesthetic context impacts on creative expression by African American artists. Presentations by guest lecturers and University of Connecticut faculty plus small group discussions.
- Credits
- 3
- Offered
- Spring 2027, Fall 2026
- Campuses
- Storrs
- Gen Ed
- CA1: Arts & Humanities, CA4: Diversity & Multicultural, W: Writing Competency
- Requirements
- COGS 2201 and 3599; ENGL 1007 or 1010 or 1011. Recommended preparation: At least two of ANTH 3002, CSE 4705, PHIL 3250 or PSYC 2501.
Spring 2027 sections
Taught by E. Cooper Owens.
| Section | Type | Meets | Instructor | Campus | Room | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | LEC | 10:10AM - 11:00AM / MoWeFr | E. Cooper Owens | Storrs | SHH 112 | 43 of 50 open |
| 002 | LEC | 11:15AM - 12:05PM / MoWeFr | E. Cooper Owens | Storrs | SHH 112 | 40 of 50 open |
Seats as of Nov 12, 2026. HuskyScheduler shows live seats when you search.
Fall 2026 sections
Taught by E. Cooper Owens.
| Section | Type | Meets | Instructor | Campus | Room | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | LEC | 12:20PM - 1:10PM / MoWeFr | E. Cooper Owens | Storrs | AUST 445 | 37 of 50 open |
| 002 | LEC | 11:15AM - 12:05PM / MoWeFr | E. Cooper Owens | Storrs | AUST 445 | 39 of 50 open |
Seats as of Nov 12, 2026. HuskyScheduler shows live seats when you search.