Black Southerners in the Age of Jim Crow
Explore the experiences of Black people during the age of segregation, more commonly referred to as Jim Crow. Discuss the timeframe of 1890-1954, while also talking about the legacy of slavery and the Juneteenth generation. Examine how Black southerners responded to segregation by creating a vibrant community culture rooted in self-help, entrepreneurship, family, and faith. History 317L (Topic: Blk Southrners Age Jim Crow) and 317L (Topic 27) may not both be counted. Three lecture hours a week for one semester.
Prerequisites & course information
Explore the experiences of Black people during the age of segregation, more commonly referred to as Jim Crow. Discuss the timeframe of 1890-1954, while also talking about the legacy of slavery and the Juneteenth generation. Examine how Black southerners responded to segregation by creating a vibrant community culture rooted in self-help, entrepreneurship, family, and faith. History 317L (Topic: Blk Southrners Age Jim Crow) and 317L (Topic 27) may not both be counted. Three lecture hours a week for one semester.
Sources
- Course catalogue ↗2026-2027