UROP Research Mentor Project Submission Portal: Submission #606 | Center for Undergraduate Research and Academic Engagement

Submission information

Submission Number: 606

Submission ID: 9306

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

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Created: Fri, 08/25/2023 - 09:28 PM

Completed: Fri, 08/25/2023 - 09:42 PM

Changed: Wed, 09/06/2023 - 01:05 PM

Remote IP address: 73.118.52.212

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 Faye Jones

Research Mentor Preferred Pronouns She, her

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

Contact Email (FSU Email if affiliated) faye.jones@cci.fsu.edu

Position Title Faculty

FSU College (if applicable) Communication and Information

FSU Department or Non-FSU Organization Affiliation Office of the Dean

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Overall Project Details

Title of the Project Black Men in Tech

Project Keywords Secondary Students, Technology, Engagement, Families

Are you currently looking for research assistants? Yes

Number of Research Assistants Needed 1

Relevant Research Assistant Major(s) Open to all majors.

Project Location: On FSU Main Campus

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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? 8-10

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 Black Men in Tech explores the engagement of rising 9-12 grade Black youth through exploration and conduct of multimedia projects (i.e., game design, web design, and videography). Student engagement was measured at the conclusion of each training module and student/parent interviews are now underway to understand program and student outcomes.

Research Tasks Students will assist with data analysis, visualization of project findings, and serve as a contributing author on a publication.

Skills that research assistant(s) may need: Attention to detail is required.
Creativity or skill in graphic design preferred.
Above average skill in writing recommended.

Mentoring Philosophy The mentor/mentee relationship is one that is built on trust and respect. It is important that goals are developed that are mutually beneficial. Students should expect an environment built for learning and appropriate communication about tasks, deadlines, and adequate guidance on how to perform tasks. The mentor is open to innovative ideas, questions, and encourages growth through exposure to research.

Please provide a link to your publications, a video clip, or a website for your research project (if applicable): https://directory.cci.fsu.edu/faye-jones/

Please add any additional information here (if applicable): See recorded roundtable discussion.
https://fsu.zoom.us/rec/share/Z-BwNE1rBleqao602quYTBksj9oj0suZNFywIy6lknj6zT0ZQ0s3CXkGfxqziG0w.YmP3FXtsiI572KL6

Roundtable times and Zoom links September 6 at noon
https://fsu.zoom.us/j/91237574589

UROP Program Elements

Mentor Handbook, FAQs, and Communication Yes

UROP Performance Evaluation Yes

Materials Grant Yes

UROP Poster Presentation Yes

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Year 2023

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