This course is well paired with the 1st term course "Africa: Then & Now" but may be taken without the first term course. The course will evaluate current events in Africa and look at the themes, issues, and sources of causation in Africa's history. We will explore how and why many in Africa have experienced famine, war, and destabilization in spite of the continent’s enormous wealth of resources. A look at Africa's geography, resource wealth, and current events will launch the course before we study the impact of colonialism and the transition into a state of independence. Other topics of study include the legacy of the Cold War in Africa's development, ethnic conflict and genocide, and other contemporary themes. A special feature of this course is its curricular connection to a spring break trip to Ghana. The trip will enable students to learn about slavery past and present and will also feature African drumming and dance. Students enrolled in this course will be given the first opportunity to enroll in this program. 助学金:荣誉跨学科NCAA; 1英寸/ 1HI CR .;条款:T2;形式:IV或V; prereqs:hi301