UROP Project
Foster care, aging, social work, caregiving, health
Research Mentor: Dr. Kasey Longley,
Department, College, Affiliation: Florida Institute for Child Welfare, Social Work
Contact Email: klongley@fsu.edu
Research Assistant Supervisor (if different from mentor):
Research Assistant Supervisor Email:
Faculty Collaborators: Dr. Qiuchang (Katy) Cao
Faculty Collaborators Email:
Department, College, Affiliation: Florida Institute for Child Welfare, Social Work
Contact Email: klongley@fsu.edu
Research Assistant Supervisor (if different from mentor):
Research Assistant Supervisor Email:
Faculty Collaborators: Dr. Qiuchang (Katy) Cao
Faculty Collaborators Email:
Looking for Research Assistants: No
Number of Research Assistants: 1
Relevant Majors: Open to all majors
Project Location: On FSU Main Campus
Research Assistant Transportation Required: No, the project is remote Remote or In-person: Fully Remote
Approximate Weekly Hours: 5,
Roundtable Times and Zoom Link: September 3rd- 12:30-1:00pm- https://fsu.zoom.us/j/91855716149
September 3rd- 2:30-3:00pm- https://fsu.zoom.us/j/91855716149
Number of Research Assistants: 1
Relevant Majors: Open to all majors
Project Location: On FSU Main Campus
Research Assistant Transportation Required: No, the project is remote Remote or In-person: Fully Remote
Approximate Weekly Hours: 5,
Roundtable Times and Zoom Link: September 3rd- 12:30-1:00pm- https://fsu.zoom.us/j/91855716149
September 3rd- 2:30-3:00pm- https://fsu.zoom.us/j/91855716149
Project Description
This survey study examines the support needs of older adult kinship caregivers, the findings of which can inform the development of interventions and outreach efforts aimed at older adults who may have specific stressors that impact their caregiving (e.g., chronic health conditions). In addition, the project aims to explore how age at the time of caregiving impacts the mental and physical health of older adult kinship caregivers, and how formal and informal support influences that relationship.Research Tasks: literature review, participant recruitment, data cleaning, low level data analysis (demographics etc.)
Skills that research assistant(s) may need: Recommend:
Familiarity with SPSS
Ability to conduct literature reviews on relevant topics
Required:
Experience with excel
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Ability to complete CITI human subjects training (this is a free online training through FSU)
Mentoring Philosophy
My mentoring philosophy is closely aligned with my teaching philosophy, guided by the "Why, How, What" framework introduced by Simon Sinek. This approach helps me reflect deeply on my mentoring goals and practices.Why I Mentor:
I mentor because I believe in the profound responsibility of scholars to pass on knowledge and foster the next generation of thinkers. Just as in teaching, mentoring is about guiding mentees to acquire critical thinking tools and empowering them to make meaningful contributions to their fields. I aim to inspire my mentees to explore what kind of life is worth living and to ignite their passion for lifelong learning. Mentorship provides an opportunity to nurture curiosity, protect it from being diminished, and help mentees navigate their professional and personal growth.
How I Mentor:
My mentoring approach mirrors my teaching methods. I strive to create an environment where mentees are both supported and challenged. I encourage active learning by prompting mentees to engage in self-directed exploration before our discussions, similar to how I prepare students for class. I believe in creating a space where mentees can articulate their ideas, reflect on feedback, and refine their perspectives.
What I Mentor:
I focus on teaching mentees how to learn and think critically, equipping them with the skills to become independent researchers and thinkers. My goal is to help mentees identify their "why," develop their "how," and refine their "what" in their academic and professional journeys.