Research Mentor Information
---------------------------
Primary Research Mentor Name: Jeonghwa Yang
Research Mentor Preferred Pronouns: {Empty}
When potential research assistants are reaching out via email, what is your preferred honorific?: Ms.
Contact Email (FSU Email if affiliated): jy19g@fsu.edu
Position Title: Graduate Student
Faculty Advisor Name: {Empty}
Faculty Advisor's FSU Email: {Empty}
FSU College (if applicable): Social Sciences and Public Policy
FSU Department or Non-FSU Organization Affiliation: Public Administration
Headshot (optional): {Empty}

Additional Research Mentor(s)
-----------------------------
Research Assistant Supervisor (if different from above): {Empty}
Research Assistant Supervisor Preferred Pronouns: {Empty}
Research Assistant Supervisor Preferred Honorific?: {Empty}
Contact Email (FSU Email if affiliated): {Empty}
Name of Other Faculty/Collaborator(s) (if applicable): {Empty}
Other Faculty/Collaborator(s) Preferred Pronouns: {Empty}
Other Faculty/Collaborator(s) Preferred Honorific?: {Empty}
Contact Email (FSU Email if affiliated): {Empty}

Overall Project Details
-----------------------
Title of the Project: What Makes Marginalized Groups Decide to Take Up Covid-19 Vaccine?: A Q-methodology Study Comparing Views from Above and Below
Project Keywords: Equity & Inclusion, Crisis Response, Barriers to health care access
Are you currently looking for research assistants?: No
Number of Research Assistants Needed : 2
Relevant Research Assistant Major(s):
Majors in social science including public administration, political science, sociology, and urban planning. However, I am open to all who are interested in this project.

Project Location:: On FSU Main Campus
If the project location is off campus, does the research assistant(s) need to provide their own transportation?: {Empty}
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?: 7 hours a week
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:
This research aims to examine differences in perceptions between expert groups and communities by exploring the decision-making process in marginalized groups. The research questions are: 1) what influences Covid-19 vaccination intention and uptake in communities that have been marginalized? 2) how do expert groups and communities differ in their perceptions? To answer these questions, we focus on the communication dynamics between expert groups (ex., governments and health agencies) and communities. The research also refers to vaccine hesitancy literature to figure out various determinants of vaccine uptake. 

Research Tasks:
Literature review
Interview transcription
Data analysis (a little bit)


Skills that research assistant(s) may need::
Research assistants are expected to have proficiency in using Word and Excel.

Mentoring Philosophy:
My mentoring philosophy encompasses a foundation of providing appropriate guidance, fostering effective two-way communication, practicing patience, prioritizing training and education, offering encouragement and motivation, and nurturing critical and creative thinking.
I will try to guide mentees through well-defined pathways, ensuring they possess the necessary tools for their journey. I prioritize an atmosphere of open communication where questions and ideas are exchanged, and feedback is given and received constructively. 
The element of patience is central to my mentoring approach, recognizing that growth is a gradual process. I am committed to offering continuous support as mentees develop their skills at their own pace, with an adaptable approach catering to individual needs.
As a mentor, I take on the role of a facilitator of learning. Beyond imparting knowledge, I empower mentees with skills for lifelong learning, facilitated through training and education. This equips them with the necessary tools to excel in their chosen pursuits.
Furthermore, I emphasize the value of fostering an environment that promotes encouragement and motivation. Acknowledging even the smallest successes and aiding mentees in surmounting challenges with positivity is essential. By creating a supportive atmosphere, I aim to cultivate confidence and inspire them to achieve their full potential.
Given the significance of critical and creative thinking in today's intricate world, I am dedicated to nurturing these skills. I encourage mentees to question assumptions, approach situations from various angles, and explore innovative solutions. This approach prepares them to effectively tackle challenges and make meaningful contributions to their respective fields.

Please provide a link to your publications, a video clip, or a website for your research project (if applicable):: {Empty}
Please add any additional information here (if applicable)::
{Empty}


Roundtable times and Zoom links:
Tuesday, September 5 and Thursday, September 7 from 12 pm to 1 pm (https://fsu.zoom.us/j/96441005816)

UROP Program Elements
---------------------
Mentor Handbook, FAQs, and Communication: Yes
UROP Performance Evaluation: Yes
Materials Grant: Yes
UROP Poster Presentation: Yes
Faculty Advisor Confirmation: {Empty}

Are you interested in attending in a UROP Research Mentor Workshop Series?: Yes
{Empty}
Year: 2023
update url: https://cre.fsu.edu/urop-research-mentor-project-submission-portal?token=cBWEzvOmg0pMT_8rqzIQJDspk8_WA7k7xf9cEnumS1k