Black Studies - Portland State University

t offers a degree in Black Studies. Departmental objectives are to provide comprehensive learning programs, community-based learning and service, and an overall heightened sense of awareness about general multicultural, diversity and gender issues covering the African, Caribbean and African-American experiences. Students, together with faculty in the department's programs, are involved in community-based learning and provide service to community groups and institutions in the metro area and overseas. The department is also actively involved in Portland State President's Diversity initiative, which with community partnerships has helped to broaden the definition of scholarship at PSU for over a quarter of a century. The Black Studies Department offers a major, a minor, and a certificate in Black Studies. Required coursework in Black Studies and related departments provides students with the background and expertise to succeed in rapidly changing work environments and better serve the increasingly diverse communities.