Diversity at Wesleyan

Academic Majors

African American Studies (AFAM)

An interdisciplinary major that offers broad knowledge of the life of Black peoples in the United States and the Caribbean. The AFAM major is complemented by a concentration in a specific discipline. The Center for African American Studies is the home of the African American Studies Program. The center presents a wide variety of cultural and educational activities including a summer literature institute for secondary teachers, and annually invites distinguished African American artists, scholars, writers, intellectuals, and activists to speak on campus. The W.E.B. DuBois Reading Room and Library is also housed in the center. The library is a source of information on many aspects of African American culture and literature.

Latin American Studies

An interdisciplinary program designed to provide an integrated view of Central America, South America, and the Caribbean. Latin American Studies is housed in Wesleyan's new Center for the Americas.

Women's Studies

An interdisciplinary program designed to provide an integrated view of feminist theory, history, culture, identity, labor, and politics. Women's Studies is housed in the women's Resource Center. The Center operates as the primary source on campus for information, literature, networking, support, and events concerning women's issues.

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