African-American Studies Journals
African-American Studies students should be familiar with some of the major journals related to the field. Here is a sample of sources to help you find ideas for your own research and to stay current.
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African American ReviewPeer-reviewed official publication of MLA's Black American Literature and Culture division
Professional Association Websites
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National Association for African American StudiesLists information about conferences, publications, funding, membership, and employment opportunities.
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Association for the Study of the African American Life and HistoryFounders of Black History Month, ASALH promotes, researches, preserves, interprest and disseminates information about Black life, history and culture to the global community.
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ASA SectionsSections are officially-recognized groups of sociologists who share a common interest in a specific topic. ASA has fifty two sections addressing topics ranging from aging to globalization. Sections are great for networking with your colleagues and keeping up to date with new developments in your field. Sections write newsletters, conduct panels, receptions and sessions at the Annual Meeting, and connect their members on a daily basis through listservs, websites and social media outlets. Some sections even publish scholarly journals.