Lerato Cummings graduated Spring 2020 with a major in Sociology and minor in African American Studies. She plans to work as a Legal Assistant for before attending Law School. Keep reading for her advice to current and prospective AFAM students. What was your favorite AFAM course and why? My favorite AFAM course was AFAM 3102 - The Modern African American Experience taught by Dr. Lee. This was my favorite course because it really challenged me to utilize sources I ordinarily would not use such as newspapers and archives at the UGA library. It was challenging but also exciting and provided me with a much more in depth understanding of the African American plight and experience throughout history as well as in modern day society. Why should students consider a major or minor in African American Studies? I think students should consider a major or minor in African American studies because the material and subject matter is extremely important and often correlates to many different areas of academia. I felt challenged by all of my AFAM professors throughout my time at UGA and am grateful to have minored in African American studies.
