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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
2.30
Easiness
1.00
Total regs
798

Grade Distribution

Spring 2022–Summer 2026 · Percentages use A–F and W outcomes

Avg GPA
2.30
A
54.4%
341
B
18.3%
115
C
8.5%
53
D
2.7%
17
F
8.8%
55
W
7.3%
46
A–F + W
627
Other outcomes
171
All registrations
798

Quick Insights

Avg GPA
2.30
Easiness
1.00
C or better
87.6%
Among A–F outcomes
D or better
90.5%
Among A–F outcomes
Withdrawal rate
7.3%
Among A–F and W outcomes
Most common grade
A
Letter grades only
Outcomes counted
627
A–F and W outcomes

BLST 100 by Professor

Ranked by historical GPA for 2024SP–2026SP · A–F outcomes only · minimum 20 graded outcomes

#1
Barnes, Natasha B.
3.40
RMP
4.0
33 reviews
Graded
52
Total regs
114
#2
Johnson, Cedric
3.23
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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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Methodology
RMP
4.3
15 reviews
Graded
124
Total regs
130
#3
Williamson, Terrion Lashon
2.95
RMP
3.5
2 reviews
Graded
55
Total regs
57
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Professor
Avg GPA
Student rating
Graded
Total regs
  • 1
    Barnes, Natasha B.
    3.40
    4.0 (33)
    52
    114
  • 2
    Johnson, Cedric
    3.23
    4.3 (15)
    124
    130
  • 3
    Williamson, Terrion Lashon
    2.95
    3.5 (2)
    55
    57
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