Research is a fundamental part of my college career. Not just in my undergraduate research, but I also am able to apply my research skills in my classes as well. In a media research class that I shared with a fellow researcher, Zoie, we already had basic knowledge on how to pull articles and outline for a major group project report. Gaining academic writing, data collecting, presenting, and other skills through undergraduate research is a great way to improve works in college

Becoming a Diverse Student Scholar has given me the opportunity to travel to different states to present at business and marketing conferences. In those travels I get to meet new people and revisit with those that have returned for another year. My first conference took me to Santa Fe New Mexico. It was also my first conference presentation. I may have been noticeably nervous (public speaking has never been my strong suit), especially in front of a group of people I am encoun

August is the time of new beginnings as the rhythm of a new year begins. Every August brings new excitement in anticipation of the research projects in the Diverse Student Scholars pipeline. Fresh off a national conference Top Paper award, our Diverse Student Scholars team is poised to continue its work; this is research work that has become routine and was never a part of my ruminations in graduate school. As I reflect our work ahead, I’m reminded that creating a pattern for

Before joining Diverse Student Scholars, I never had experience in extensive research, been on a plane, or traveled to other states. I’ve gained so many opportunities to present at conferences and have been able to travel to different cities like Pittsburgh and Chicago. The experience allowed me to develop my communication skills as well as improved my confidence. My first time on the plane was to a Marketing Management Association conference in Pittsburg, Pennsylvania. There

I thought I was over my head doing research as my first job in college. With no prior experience, I often felt lost when working. To say the least, I felt really unqualified for the position. However, I am lucky enough to have Dr. Sims as my research mentor. She is flexible with my student life and patiently guides me through what we have to work on. Dr. Sims was the push and inspiration that kept me to continue undergraduate research. Since then, I have gained many skills an