Research Mentor Information
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Primary Research Mentor Name: Zida Wang
Research Mentor Preferred Pronouns: he/him/his
When potential research assistants are reaching out via email, what is your preferred honorific?: zw19g@fsu.edu
Contact Email (FSU Email if affiliated): zw19g@fsu.edu
Position Title: Graduate Student
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FSU College (if applicable): Fine Arts
FSU Department or Non-FSU Organization Affiliation: Museum of Fine Arts and Department of Art Education
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Additional Research Mentor(s)
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Overall Project Details
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Title of the Project: Hybrid Exhibition Curation and Creation: Inviting Multiple Perspectives to Participate in the Collaborative Curation and Creation Practices
Project Keywords: Collaboration, Co-curation, Participation
Are you currently looking for research assistants?: No
Number of Research Assistants Needed : 1
Relevant Research Assistant Major(s):
Open to all majors.

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?: 5 hours
Roughly what time frame do you expect research assistant(s) to work?: During business hours
Overall Research Project Description:
This study is a participatory action research project that will use a collaborative approach to explore artists, co-curators, and visitor participants’ engagement in a co-curated hybrid exhibition at FSU Museum of Fine Arts. The two major objectives for this research project are: 1. How can a co-curated hybrid exhibition contribute to a university art museum’s use of third place theory? 2. How does the use a combination of third place theory and constructivist museum approaches manifest a co-curated exhibition? 
The research assistant will work with museum co-curators, visitor co-creators, and other artists. They will help to determine the content and format of the exhibition, including selecting the artworks and designing the exhibition space. The exhibition research aims to explore the engagement of artists and visitor participants in a collaborative exhibition and the impact on the use of third-place theory in the university art museum. It will be evaluated through surveys, interviews, and an analysis of the museum's follow-up programming and collaborative engagement.
The research lasts from June 2023 to December 2023, the exhibition will be open to the public at FSU Museum of Fine Arts in December 2023.


Research Tasks:
data collection, helping with interview, helping with exhibition plan and installation, conducting survey with visitors, etc.

Skills that research assistant(s) may need::
Required: Microsoft Word; Excel; PowerPoint; Canva; Zoom; Costumer Services
Recommended: Website development; Adobe Photoshop; Adobe Lightroom, etc

Mentoring Philosophy:
My mentoring philosophy is rooted in fostering personal and professional growth through collaborative and empowering relationships. I believe each individual possesses unique talents and aspirations, which I strive to nurture.
Goals and Talents: I focus on understanding mentees' goals and evaluating their strengths. This enables me to provide tailored guidance that aligns with their aspirations and builds on their existing capabilities.
Respect and Ownership: I cultivate relationships founded on mutual respect, encouraging open dialogue. I guide mentees to take ownership of their learning journey, promoting accountability and self-directed growth.
Guided Exploration: Rather than providing all answers, I encourage mentees to explore and discover solutions. This cultivates critical thinking and problem-solving skills, fostering independence and confidence.
Shared Experience: I share my experiences to offer practical insights and context. This helps mentees navigate challenges and decisions, making informed choices as they progress.
Interactive Learning: I create an interactive space for discussions and questions, stimulating curiosity and deeper understanding of subjects.
Motivation and Safe Environment: Understanding each mentee's motivation, I tailor guidance to keep them engaged. I create a safe space where failures are embraced as learning opportunities, encouraging resilience.
Challenges and Inquiry: I introduce challenges to spur growth and inspire mentees to inquire, think critically, and seek diverse perspectives.
In total, my mentoring philosophy revolves around empowering mentees to steer their own growth journey. Through respect, shared experiences, and guided exploration, I aim to instill confidence, curiosity, and a lifelong commitment to learning and development.

Please provide a link to your publications, a video clip, or a website for your research project (if applicable):: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/dimensions-of-curation-ann-rowson-love/1143174481
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UROP Program Elements
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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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