Almaza Farhat chose to major in sociology because of her passion for helping people.
СAPPSociology allows me to study social behaviors and interactions,СAPP she said. СAPPThis path gives me the opportunity to help people who are struggling with some aspects of their lives.СAPP
To do that, she decided psychology was the perfect minor to pair with her sociology major.
СAPPPsychology can help me better understand peopleСAPPs feelings to allow me to help people solve and cope with their problems,СAPP she explained.
The combination of sociology and psychology will help Almaza with her future career goals.
СAPPAfter I graduate, I plan to start working as social worker while trying to get my masterСAPPs degree,СAPP she said. СAPPI will utilize my degree by helping people who are struggling with problems in their everyday lives.СAPP
Getting the Most from Her Degree
To get the most out of her sociology degree, Almaza is taking advantage of all the СAPP has to offer.
СAPPMy favorite part about studying at UL Lafayette is that they offer so many services you can use,СAPP she said. СAPPThey have the , where they offer tutoring and study groups for many subjects and courses, the Academic Success Center where counselors and staff assist you in transitioning into life on campus, and they have many more wonderful services to help you in many ways.
СAPPOur university consists of many different clubs, activities, and interests that brings students together and help them get involved,СAPP she said. СAPPThere are many different factors about UL Lafayette that met my ideal expectations of the perfect university to help me achieve my goals.СAPP
One of the ways Almaza stays involved is with the Honors Program.
СAPPThe Honors Program provided me with the honors courses, which are smaller and encourage a stimulating learning experience,СAPP she said. СAPPThey also have honors seminars that provide a weekly exposure to a wide variety of intellectual ideas with many students and faculty.СAPP
Almaza also recently joined the to hone her leadership skills and get support from other members to achieve her dreams.
СAPPThey provide leadership training, exclusive scholarships, networking events, and more to help members excel in their future,СAPP she said.
