This course is not intended to replace a general survey of African history and we will spend most of our time discussing the films and novels listed below. No more than two unexcused absences during the semester are permitted. Papers are due at the beginning of class on the dates listed below. The papers are spaced four weeks apart. The papers will be a comparison between complementary books and films.
Late papers are unacceptable.
For example, a paper that would ordinarily receive an A but is turned in one day late would receive an A- instead. The only way to avoid this penalty is to speak to me one week before the paper is due and provide a good reason as to why you should be given an extension. Papers that do not conform to this standard will be returned to the student with no grade, and treated as a late paper. Papers may not be e-mailed. Papers submitted over e-mail will not be accepted as completed work and will not receive a grade.