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“Sociology looks at societies as a whole, and how people interact with one another in the communities they have created. I see my minor in gender and sexuality studies as a way to dive deeper and look at two minority groups that have grown stronger throughout our history by supporting others who have faced the same struggles.”

“Not only has my experience in the psychology department helped me to understand people with intellectual disabilities, but it has also taught me that my educational background in psychology can be applied anywhere, especially in the realm of teaching.”

“I chose to study human development and family science because I have a strong desire in helping others. I believe my purpose in life is to make a difference in someone’s life. By choosing this path it gives me the opportunity to understand children, families, and the human development of life.”

“I knew I wanted to be a therapist. I chose sociology and psychology because I had a passion to learn more about human behavior and interactions. I was always intrigued and driven to understand why people do what they do and what influences that.”

“Anthropology allows me to combine my interests in science, history, and sociology. Studying anthropology at UL Lafayette has given me the opportunity to do archaeology in Louisiana, which I want to continue to do in my future career.”

"When you look at cultures, everything comes from the earth and the environment. So, if we can understand that aspect then we might understand why cultures develop the way they do.”

“It makes my experience so much easier knowing that I will be supported in each of my classes by the professors teaching them.”

“At a low point in my life years ago, I was given a second chance at life. I am majoring in Human Development & Family Science because I needed to give back and help to educate and advocate for those families that are struggling or are in crisis.”