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Tyra Bertrand

Tyra Bertrand graduated Spring 2021 with a major in Cognitive Science, minor in African American Studies, and a New Media Certificate. Tyra plans to work as a User Experience Designer for a tech company or creative agency. Keep reading for Tyra’s advice for current and prospective AFAM students.

What was your favorite AFAM course and why?
  • My favorite AFAM course was 21st Century Black Writers with Professor Pavlic. I enjoyed it because it reintroduced me to my love for reading. The class also incorporated analysis on TV writing and songwriting, which I also found very enjoyable. 
Why should students consider a major or minor in African American Studies?
  • Students should consider majoring or minoring in AFAM because there are multiple avenues to explore the African American experience and it should constantly be celebrated and acknowledged. 

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Study within African American cultural history provides a basis for understanding political, social, and economic relations throughout human history.