UROP Project

Clothing, Textiles, Merchandising, Historic Costume
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Research Mentor: Mrs. Tara Hackett,
Department, College, Affiliation: Retail Entrepreneurship, Jim Moran College of Entrepreneurship
Contact Email: tjhackett@fsu.edu
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Looking for Research Assistants: No
Number of Research Assistants: 2
Relevant Majors: Majors within the College of Fine Arts & History majors
Project Location: On FSU Main Campus
Research Assistant Transportation Required:
Remote or In-person: In-person
Approximate Weekly Hours: 6 hours per week,
Roundtable Times and Zoom Link: Not participating in the Roundtable

Project Description

The purpose of this research is to continue the accessioning and organization of objects within the Historic Costume Collection owned by the Jim Moran College of Entrepreneurship. Research will include properly inventorying textiles and apparel, researching time period, identifying fibers, colors, weaves, garment/object descriptions, documenting donor information, and taking photographs. Researchers will also transfer data to a digital format as well as maintain the organization of the space. Each student will be responsible of a specific category of textiles identified by the mentor to present research of findings and system of care and maintenance.

Research Tasks: Data collection, analysis & categorization, organization.

Skills that research assistant(s) may need: Use appropriate & delicate handling methods of historic items
Attention to detail
Proper documenting of daily task

Mentoring Philosophy

My mentoring philosophy is grounded in fostering a supportive yet challenging environment that encourages accountability, growth, honesty, transparency, and goal-oriented actions. I believe in building a mentorship relationship that empowers individuals to reach their full potential while navigating their personal and professional journeys. I encourage my mentees to take ownership of their work while setting a clear plan for achievement and offer feedback and guidance along the way. I rely heavily on open communication, being transparent about obstacles, accomplishments, suggestions, and external issues that impact your school work. With this approach I hope to build a relationship of trust and respect that benefits the mentee in their future careers, developing a longterm mentorship that evolves into friendship.

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