My fears at the beginning of this journey were mostly about my preparedness for the task of conducting research for the first time. Those fears didn’t completely fade away, but I was surprised to see how well I did in this new role of mine. I picked up fast, and learned so many new skills.…
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Update on My Research Experience – Ashley Durden
My research experience has taught me so much! I have built on, and developed several skills in qualitative research. A bulk of my research project involves analyzing data using a thematic approach, and my mentors have taught me so many tips on how to do this more efficiently. I refreshed myself on how to search…
My Research Project – Ashley Durden
This summer I am working on a project titled MYHealth: Training the Next Generation of Health Researchers. MYHealth wishes to bridge the gap between youth opinion, the community, and policymakers. Through text message surveys, adolescents aged 14-24 are able to express their thoughts and feelings on an array of different public health issues. Past questionnaires…
A Letter to your Future Self – Ashley Durden
Dear Future Self, First, I want to congratulate you for embarking on your first research journey. I know, even now, that you will accomplish great things over the summer that you should be nothing but proud of. I am so excited to be a part of the 2023 cohort of the Women and Gender Summer…