Washington University in St. Louis (WashU, WUSTL or Washington University) is a private research university with its main campus in St. Louis County, and Clayton, Missouri. Founded in 1853, the university is named after George Washington, and consistently ranks among the top universities in the United States.
Washington University's African and African-American Studies department provides a dynamic, interdisciplinary exploration of the histories, cultures, and experiences of people of African descent across the globe. Drawing on the humanities and social sciences, the program offers a comprehensive understanding of the African diaspora and its profound influence on the world, spanning Africa, the Americas, and the Caribbean. With roots in the Civil Rights Movement and student activism, the department encourages critical thinking and connects academic study with community engagement, preparing students with a global perspective for impactful careers and engaged citizenship.
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