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BLST 246Gen EdUnderstanding the Past

Black Lives in Hist Context

Black Studies

3 credit hoursUsually offered: Fall, Spring
Avg GPA
2.57
Easiness
1.60
Total regs
76

Grade Distribution

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

Avg GPA
2.57
A
43.8%
32
B
20.5%
15
C
13.7%
10
D
2.7%
2
F
6.8%
5
W
12.3%
9
Visual total
73
Other
3
Total regs
76

Quick Insights

Avg GPA
2.57
Easiness
1.60
Pass rate
80.8%
Using A, B, C, D as passing
Withdrawal rate
12.3%
Based on visible distribution
Most common grade
A
Students counted
73
A through F plus W

BLST 246 by Professor

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#1
Washington, Patrick C
3.05
RMP
3.6
Graded
21
Total regs
22
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About This Class

Interdisciplinary survey of key episodes in black history and their relationship to contemporary black life such as slavery, abolition and resistance. The course will draw connections between historical and current aspects of black life. Course Information: Same as HIST 243 . Previously listed as AAST 246. Prerequisite(s): BLST 100 ; or consent of the instructor. UIC GE Past course, and UIC GE US Society course .

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3.6
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22
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