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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

Fall 2022–Fall 2025 · Percentages use A–F and W outcomes

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
A–F + W
73
Other outcomes
3
All registrations
76

Quick Insights

Avg GPA
2.57
Easiness
1.60
C or better
89.1%
Among A–F outcomes
D or better
92.2%
Among A–F outcomes
Withdrawal rate
12.3%
Among A–F and W outcomes
Most common grade
A
Letter grades only
Outcomes counted
73
A–F and W outcomes

BLST 246 by Professor

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Washington, Patrick C
3.05
RMP
3.6
27 reviews
Graded
21
Total regs
22
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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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