CSUF African American Studies Department

07/03/2026

Check out this interview with Dr. Siobhan from AFAM with our Dean Jessica Stern for lowkey confused.

Dr. Siobhan Brooks unpacks the intersections of race, power, consen...

06/05/2026

Check out our Department Chair, Dr. Siobhan Brooks' interview with HSS Dean Dr. Jessica Stern on on the politics of of s*x work, race, gender, and desirability. She also speaks to the exciting courses offered in African American Studies at CSUF. Awesome feature, Dr. Brooks!

Dr. Siobhan Brooks unpacks the intersections of race, power, consen...

03/11/2026

All AFAM majors and minors are welcome to attend our Annual African American Studies Banquet!

Come celebrate our graduates and the end of a wonderful academic year on May 5th from 2–4 PM at the George G. Golleher Alumni House.

🔆 Students can bring up to two guests.
🔆 Food & refreshments will be provided.
🔆 Please RSVP using the QR code.

We hope to see you there!

05/13/2025

Last week, we had the joy of celebrating our African American Studies graduates at the department banquet! We're so proud of our students.

A heartfelt thank you to the incredible faculty and staff who make our department a student-centered, loving, and empowering space.

We know our graduates will go on to do great things — and we can’t wait to see what’s next!

04/25/2025

The African American Studies Alumni Panel was a great success!

Thank you to our panelists who shared their stories and wisdom, as well as our community of students, faculty, and staff who attended. We hope it was an event that inspired you to think about the role of ethnic studies and higher education in transforming lives.

02/19/2025

Congratulations to Dr. Natalie Novoa on the latest research publication!

02/19/2025

Learn about the important research our AFAM faculty are conducting:

✅ Check out Dr. Mei-Ling Malone’s Noon Time Talk next week on Tuesday, February 25th at 12pm on Zoom!

Dr. Malone will discuss her research on Black student experiences, structural change, and empowerment. Don’t miss this conversation!

02/11/2025

📢 Black History is American History 📢
Join us for an interactive conversation with Kevin Powell—renowned poet, activist, author, and hip-hop historian! 🎤📚

Celebrate Black History Month as we ignite meaningful dialogue on race, resistance, and the meaning of community. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn, engage, and be inspired!

📅 February 12th 🕐 1-3 PM 📍 PLN 130

12/16/2024

🌟Celebrating Kwanzaa on campus! 🌟 The African American Studies Department and campus community came together for a wonderful event celebrating culture, community, and joy.

Thank you to our leaders at for organizing this event!

Swipe to the last slide to learn more about the origins and traditions of Kwanzaa.

The AFAM Department wishes everyone a Happy Kwanzaa and warm holiday season 💚💛❤️