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The Department of Africana Studies at the 91原创 has produced a remarkable array of accomplished alumni who have made significant contributions across various fields. The program's graduates have left an indelible mark on society, from attorneys and educators to artists and community leaders. Their diverse career paths exemplify the versatility and relevance of an Africana Studies education, which equips students with critical thinking skills, cultural awareness, and a deep understanding of the African diaspora experience.

Kristin Rowe

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Kristin Rowe | 2013

Kristin Rowe, Ph.D.

Degree: 2013, AFRA and English

Job Title: Assistant Professor of American Studies, California State University, Fullerton

鈥Status after graduation:听Michigan State University Graduate Student and Coordinator of the Undergraduate Specialization in African American and African S鈥媡udies鈥

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鈥淚'm a student at Michigan State University's graduate program in African American and African Studies, working towards my doctoral degree. I am employed and funded through an assistantship with the Specialization in African American and African Studies program. AFRA is great because it allows for diverse, interdisciplinary study such as this.鈥

Shakir McLean

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Shakir McLean | 2011

Shakir McLean

Degree: 2011, AFRA and Chemistry

Job Title: Doctor

Status after graduation:听鈥婱edical Student at the Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University鈥

Bio

鈥淢y choice to become an AFRA major not only provided intellectual balance with my pre-med classes but also influenced the trajectory of my medical career. The AFRA experience became my inspiration to address health disparities of marginalized populations.鈥

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