College of Arts and Sciences
University of South Carolina
African American Studies
Meet our Students
Ekib Ekure (Class of ‘13)
Anthony Sullivan (Class of ‘14)
Being an African American Studies major has
been a rewarding experience in more ways than
one. I have enjoyed one on one interactions with
professors who are willing to listen and ready to
assist when needed. Not only is the faculty and
staff welcoming, but this program has helped me become a well
rounded student because of its interdisciplinary nature. Being a major has helped me perfect my writing, speaking and presentation
skills. AFAM has also given me opportunities to serve my community through various research internships that have challenged me
intellectually and personally. This past summer I had the pleasure of
participating in the Crossroads to Freedom Project as a Crossroads
Fellow at Rhodes College. As a fellow I spent the summer helping
to preserve the local history of Memphis in an effort to make the
stories of the city and region available to Memphians. Through this
experience I learned the importance of interpersonal skills and civic
engagement which has further prepared me for my pursuit of a J.D.
The office of African American Studies has become my home away from home. When I first
came to the University of South Carolina I was in
search of great faculty and bright minds; I found
all of this in AFAM. The program has challenged
me academically, personally and professionally. Through this program I have found and cultivated several professional and personal
relationships and have been given the opportunity to work for a
nationally well respected professor. AFAM is more than an academic
unit in the University; it is a family and my collegiate experience has
been enriched and empowered by the support of AFAM faculty and
staff.
Courtney Walker (Classs of ‘13)
Being an African American Studies major has
been a wonderful journey for me. My classes
have taught me an array of invaluable information about history and the present; it has shown
me that there is always more than one side to a
story. The small class sizes have allowed for the personal attention
I’ve needed to help me succeed. The consideration and care I have
received from the faculty and staff is one of a kind. I can actually feel
their concern for me, my education, and my future. Being an AFAM
major has also helped me improve my writing, communication, and
social skills. It has given me the tools I will need to be successful in
my future endeavors.
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Kenyetta Corley (Class of ‘13)
Being an African American Studies Major has enhanced my appreciation for interdisciplinary studies that I otherwise would not have had exposure
to in other programs. The faculty members are
truly concerned with your academic growth and
development and, by working in the office I have been provided
with the unique opportunity to get to know them on a deeper level.
Furthermore I appreciate the professor to student ratio in AFAM
classes. The smaller class size has enhanced my learning experience
and provides me with the opportunity to have engaging intellectual
discussions. I have also been able to draw connections to my other
major, Criminal Justice. Due to courses required in the double major I have a better understanding into the parallels between race and
the Criminal Justice System.