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CORE 231: Slavery, Homegoing, and Faith in Ghana

This course explores the history, culture, and present day challenges of Ghana through reading key texts and visiting important cultural and historical sites. The major themes this course engages are slavery, the Atlantic Slave Trade, and human trafficking, Christianity and culture, and Christian-Muslim relations.  

Credits: 2

Core:  Global Regions & Culture

Basic Information

Location

Ghana

Program Type

Winter Intensive

Cost

$4400-$5200 (Estimate)

Program Directors

Dr. Eric M Washington
Professor of History | Director of Africana Studies Program
616-526-8630

Sherita M. Washington
Assistant Professor, Human Services Faculty Lead
616-526-6303

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