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BLST 100Gen EdUnderstanding the Individual and Society

Introduction to Black Studies

Black Studies

3 credit hoursUsually offered: Fall, Spring
Avg GPA
2.42
Easiness
1.30
Total regs
705

Grade Distribution

Based on all available term-level grade data for this course

Avg GPA
2.42
A
52.6%
312
B
18.9%
112
C
8.8%
52
D
2.9%
17
F
9.3%
55
W
7.6%
45
Visual total
593
Other
112
Total regs
705

Quick Insights

Avg GPA
2.42
Easiness
1.30
Pass rate
83.1%
Using A, B, C, D as passing
Withdrawal rate
7.6%
Based on visible distribution
Most common grade
A
Students counted
593
A through F plus W

BLST 100 by Professor

Ranked highest to lowest GPA — using A, B, C, D, and F outcomes only

#1
Grad Asst
3.92
RMP
NR
Graded
105
Total regs
126
#2
Barnes, Natasha B.
3.40
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The Black experience, focusing on African and African American culture, the slave trade, slavery and emancipation in the Americas, 20th and 21st century social relations, and struggles for civil rights. Course Information: Previously listed as AAST 100. Class Schedule Information: To be properly registered, students must enroll in one Discussion/Recitation and one Lecture. UIC GE Individual and Society course, and UIC GE US Society course .

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RMP
4.0
Graded
52
Total regs
54
#3
Johnson, Cedric
3.23
RMP
4.3
Graded
124
Total regs
130
#4
Williamson, Terrion Lashon
2.95
RMP
3.5
Graded
55
Total regs
57
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Professor
Avg GPA
RMP
Graded
Total regs
  • 1
    Grad Asst
    3.92
    NR
    105
    126
  • 2
    Barnes, Natasha B.
    3.40
    4.0
    52
    54
  • 3
    Johnson, Cedric
    3.23
    4.3
    124
    130
  • 4
    Williamson, Terrion Lashon
    2.95
    3.5
    55
    57
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