JAN 103-01 - African American Art and Cultural Expression

Modality:  Hybrid

Level:  100-level

Course Times:  12:00pm - 2:40pm. Remote sessions will be on January 9, 12, and 16.

Course Materials Fee:  $0

Instructor(s):  Jeannine King   

Email:  jmking@stmarys-ca.edu

Carrie Mae Weems. Bessie Smith. Spike Lee. Dance Theater of Harlem. Def Poetry Jam. Kendrick Lamar.

This course will provide an introduction to African-American cultural expression in music, drama, art, dance and film.  We will explore these genres with attention to historical context and modern references to the past. Some of the issues explored will include: art as an expression of freedom and social justice, authenticity and “selling out,” trauma, redemption, beauty and joy. The course will be fully remote and will explore the vast collection of African American digital archives.

Prerequisites & Notes
None

Credits: 3