Dr. Sundiata Cha Jua

Associate Professor

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Biography

Sundiata Keita Cha-Jua is an Associate Professor in the Department of History at Illinois University. He earned his Ph.D. in African American Studies in 1993 and has a rich academic background, having previously taught at the University of Missouri and the Pennsylvania State University. Cha-Jua's scholarly focus includes Black racial formations, African American historiography, community-building, and the Radical Black Intellectual Traditions. Notable publications from Cha-Jua include 'America's Black Town, Brooklyn, Illinois, 1830-1915' and the co-edited volume 'Reparations Reparatory Justice: Past, Present Future'. As a committed researcher, he has published numerous articles in leading journals such as the Journal of African American History and the Journal of American History. Cha-Jua has actively contributed to the academic community through various roles, including President of the National Council of Black Studies and editorial positions in esteemed journals. Beyond academia, he is involved in anti-racist initiatives and engages with local movements for Black liberation. His dedication to education is reflected in his awards and fellowships, reinforcing his influence in the field of African American History.

Research Interests

Awards

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Frederick Douglass Distinguished African American Citizenship Award

2000-07-08
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Superior Scholarship Award

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Fellowship

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William Bradley Scholar Award

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Visiting Scholar

2006-02-09
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Co-winner OAH EBSCOhost America: History Life Award

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Fellowship

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Outstanding Faculty Award

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OAH Distinguished Lectureship Program

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Nancy Schaenen Endowed Visiting Scholar

2013-02-04

Requirements for University of Illinois

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:17
Reading
Required:19
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:103
GRE General
Prerequisites
Mathematical background Linear Algebra Calculus
Application Checklist
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Specialization Notes

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