UROP Research Mentor Project Submission Portal: Submission #391 | Center for Undergraduate Research and Academic Engagement

Submission information

Submission Number: 391

Submission ID: 8216

Submission UUID: a938f41b-d5c3-4896-837d-b4241e2b1d79

Submission URI: /urop-research-mentor-project-submission-portal

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Created: Fri, 08/04/2023 - 02:01 PM

Completed: Fri, 08/04/2023 - 02:36 PM

Changed: Thu, 10/05/2023 - 07:33 PM

Remote IP address: 73.42.34.17

Submitted by: Anonymous

Language: English

Is draft: No

Webform: UROP Project Proposal Portal

Submitted to: UROP Research Mentor Project Submission Portal

Research Mentor Information

Primary Research Mentor Name Danielle

Research Mentor Preferred Pronouns She/Her

When potential research assistants are reaching out via email, what is your preferred honorific? Ms.

Contact Email (FSU Email if affiliated) dw12d@fsu.edu

Position Title Graduate Student

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FSU College (if applicable) Arts and Sciences

FSU Department or Non-FSU Organization Affiliation History

Headshot (optional) Wirsansky, Danielle , Head Shot.JPG

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Overall Project Details

Title of the Project Ungentlemanly Warfare: Women Spies of the Special Operations Executive During WWII

Project Keywords intelligence history, women, history, espionage

Are you currently looking for research assistants? No

Number of Research Assistants Needed 2

Relevant Research Assistant Major(s) Open to all majors, but I have had assistants from History, English, Criminal Justice, and more.

Project Location: On FSU Main Campus

If the project location is off campus, does the research assistant(s) need to provide their own transportation? No, the project is remote

Please select the choice that most accurately describes your expectations for the research assistant(s): Partially Remote

Approximately how many hours a week would the research assistant(s) need to work? 8

Roughly what time frame do you expect research assistant(s) to work? Flexible schedule (Combination of business and outside of business. TBD between student and research mentor.)

Overall Research Project Description Join the Exploration of Women Spies in WWII's Special Operations Executive!

Are you passionate about history and intrigued by the untold stories of extraordinary individuals during World War II? I am seeking enthusiastic and dedicated undergraduate research assistants to collaborate on a captivating project delving into the experiences of spies (usually, women spies) within the Special Operations Executive (SOE).

As a research assistant, you will have the unique opportunity to contribute to a groundbreaking gender analysis of men and women operatives in the SOE. Your tasks will include reading related literature and analyzing it for potential gender bias, allowing us to uncover hidden narratives and shed light on the gendered dynamics within the organization.

Another exciting aspect of the project involves building biographies and contributing to a comprehensive database of information about the women of the SOE. By gathering and documenting their remarkable stories, you will help ensure that their contributions to history are preserved and celebrated.

Additionally, you will be actively involved in transcribing audio interviews with SOE employees, allowing you to hear firsthand accounts of their experiences and further enriching our understanding of their roles during this pivotal period in history.

This research offers a unique opportunity to engage with a fascinating topic and make a meaningful impact on historical scholarship. It is an excellent chance for history enthusiasts to develop critical research skills, gain exposure to primary sources, and contribute to an important field of study.

Join my team and become part of a passionate group of researchers committed to bringing these incredible stories to light. If you have a love for history, a keen eye for detail, and a desire to uncover hidden histories, I invite you to be a part of this exciting journey into the world of WWII espionage.

Research Tasks Literature Review, data collection and analysis, transcribing audio recordings of interviews, writing biographies with citations

Skills that research assistant(s) may need: Recommended: analysis, transcription, writing

Mentoring Philosophy My teaching and research philosophy revolves around nurturing divergent, critical, and analytical reasoning in students at all levels. By guiding them through progressively challenging readings and fostering discussions, I help students develop logical thinking and informed decision-making skills. I emphasize contextualizing historical events to dispel misinformation and misconceptions, engaging students through group discussions and written reflections. Additionally, I focus on mentoring young researchers to distinguish between primary and secondary sources, navigate archival materials, and explore complex questions through writing. A collaborative environment enables students to contribute their ideas, enriching my research and opening new avenues of exploration. Weekly meetings provide personalized guidance and support, fostering a strong mentor-student connection. My ultimate goal as an educator is to offer students a historical context to understand past decisions and events, encouraging critical evaluation and emotional connection to history. With a background in theatre and creative writing, I prioritize engaging communication and strive to instill a deep appreciation for research in my research assistants. Learning from my students makes me a stronger researcher, and I encourage their input and interests to shape and enrich our collective research. It is my firm belief that instilling respect for research and cultivating a passion for its exploration lays the foundation for my students' scholarly growth and future success.

Please provide a link to your publications, a video clip, or a website for your research project (if applicable): https://working-over-time.simplecast.com/episodes/the-ministry-of-ungentlemanly-warfare-woman-spies-in-world-war-2-fETgUvsV

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Roundtable times and Zoom links My Roundtable Zoom has passed. You can watch a recording of it here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1VasL3p2tAP9cdE-4XQFLH1or58ufb3Dr?usp=sharing

UROP Program Elements

Mentor Handbook, FAQs, and Communication Yes

UROP Performance Evaluation Yes

Materials Grant Yes

UROP Poster Presentation Yes

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Are you interested in attending in a UROP Research Mentor Workshop Series? Yes

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Year 2023

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