Researcher of the Week: Grace Calvin Undergraduate researchers explore their interests! How did you find your mentor for year research project?
My first semester at UMBC, I took Cultural Psychology and was approached by one of Dr. Cheah’s graduate students within that course. Knowing that it would be good for me as a young academic to get involved in research, I decided to join the lab.

How did you know this was the project you wanted to do?
Although I find cultural psychology and child development fascinating, my true interest lies in abnormal and clinical psychology. Given my resources and position, I have access to a wealth of data and equipment in Dr. Cheah’s lab, including a mental wellbeing evaluation we do as a regular part of the larger study. I decided to branch out a little to discern the links between parenting, mental health, and acculturation experience.

Is this your first independent research project?
Yes, this is my first independent research experience in terms of running statistical analyses and presenting my findings. I had a project in my cultural psychology course that involved interviewing an immigrant to the US and analyzing the interview in light of the course material. I loved that experience, and I am excited to go a little farther in the course of my Undergraduate Research Award (URA).

Do you get course credit for this work?
I have been receiving departmental course credit for my work in Dr. Cheah’s lab, and I plan to enroll in the Honors College research course as I complete my URA experience.

How much time do you put into it?
I spend as many as ten hours each week on Dr. Cheah’s lab needs. I will probably spend a little more time than that as I work to complete the URA.

How did you hear about the Undergraduate Research Award program?
Dr. Cheah suggested I apply, as I have put a great deal of time and energy into her research project and she felt I would be a good candidate. I am very appreciative of her support, and I would not have attempted this without her!

What academic background did you have before you applied for the URA?
I had worked in the lab for 11 months when I decided to apply, and I have completed many psychology and honors courses that I believe have prepared me for this.

Was the application difficult to do?
Not really. I looked through the library databases for information regarding the links I was interested in studying, determined that not much had been done to discern the aforementioned connections, and pieced together what the field has done thus far. That was the hard part, after that it was just combining and learning to express my ideas and findings.

How much did your mentor help you with the application?
Dr. Cheah was very helpful in the course of my application. I presented to her a very rough draft, and she gently suggested improvements while guiding me to understand how best to voice the application. After bouncing our ideas and experience back and forth, and a lot of learning, I had a complete application.

What has been the hardest part about your research?
It’s only just beginning, but I think the most daunting thing for me is sifting through all of the work that has been done to get ample background understanding. One must tread lightly and be aware of biases and misunderstandings, and to never trust one single account. I feel I have a lot of work to do in the coming months, as I make sure I know where the field lies at present.

What was the most unexpected thing?
As far as I can tell, cultural psychology, being a very young discipline, is untraveled, not well understood, and very messy. Although I know this going in, I imagine it will present many difficult to resolve issues as I move forward.

How does your research relate to your work in other classes?
As I complete the research psychology courses, Psychology 331 and 332, my lab experience helps me give names to the things I must learn and understand. It gives me a deep understanding of the papers I read and the work that I do in all of my psychology and science courses. I believe my research process gives me an advantage in my courses.

What else are you involved in on campus?
I am an officer in SGA’s executive branch, and in that position I serve on a number of committees and work with extraordinary people to make a difference for our campus. I am also involved with some clubs on occasion.

What is your advice to other students about getting involved in research?
It seems really scary and impossible and not for you, but given appropriate motivation and a good mentor for support, it is very doable. If you have an idea, go for it! Chances are, your passion will attract someone and you will easily be on your way towards a publication and a lot of fun.

What are your career goals?
My present dream is to get a Ph.D. in clinical psychology and to work with mentally and developmentally abnormal adolescents in an outpatient (non-institutional) setting. In the course of earning my Ph.D., I hope to contribute to the small but growing pool of knowledge about music’s impact on the behaviors of the mentally ill. Read more about Grace's research by visiting the link below... ]]> How did you find your mentor for year research project? My first semester at UMBC, I took Cultural Psychology and was approached by one of Dr. Cheah’s graduate students within that course. Knowing... http://www.umbc.edu/undergrad_ed/research/ResearcherProfiles/graceCalvin.htm https://beta.my.umbc.edu/api/v0/pixel/news/17826/guest@my.umbc.edu/e701820ac48e8bbffbe107a60937fe9a/api/pixel Undergraduate Research https://beta.my.umbc.edu/groups/undergradresearch https://assets2-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/000/006/875606ced2b629148af4caa1a4e8dd3c/xsmall.png?1600355057 https://assets3-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/000/006/875606ced2b629148af4caa1a4e8dd3c/original.jpg?1600355057 https://assets4-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/000/006/875606ced2b629148af4caa1a4e8dd3c/xxlarge.png?1600355057 https://assets1-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/000/006/875606ced2b629148af4caa1a4e8dd3c/xlarge.png?1600355057 https://assets2-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/000/006/875606ced2b629148af4caa1a4e8dd3c/large.png?1600355057 https://assets2-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/000/006/875606ced2b629148af4caa1a4e8dd3c/medium.png?1600355057 https://assets4-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/000/006/875606ced2b629148af4caa1a4e8dd3c/small.png?1600355057 https://assets2-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/000/006/875606ced2b629148af4caa1a4e8dd3c/xsmall.png?1600355057 https://assets4-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/000/006/875606ced2b629148af4caa1a4e8dd3c/xxsmall.png?1600355057 Undergraduate Research https://assets4-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/thumbnails/news/000/017/826/bef0032618987cbf7a5dff5ff3d5da7f/xxlarge.jpg?1350916935 https://assets3-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/thumbnails/news/000/017/826/bef0032618987cbf7a5dff5ff3d5da7f/xlarge.jpg?1350916935 https://assets4-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/thumbnails/news/000/017/826/bef0032618987cbf7a5dff5ff3d5da7f/large.jpg?1350916935 https://assets3-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/thumbnails/news/000/017/826/bef0032618987cbf7a5dff5ff3d5da7f/medium.jpg?1350916935 https://assets2-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/thumbnails/news/000/017/826/bef0032618987cbf7a5dff5ff3d5da7f/small.jpg?1350916935 https://assets2-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/thumbnails/news/000/017/826/bef0032618987cbf7a5dff5ff3d5da7f/xsmall.jpg?1350916935 https://assets2-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/thumbnails/news/000/017/826/bef0032618987cbf7a5dff5ff3d5da7f/xxsmall.jpg?1350916935 48 7 true Mon, 22 Oct 2012 10:43:40 -0400 LGBTQ Alumni Social Hour and Tim Miller Performance Free tickets to the performance for UMBC alumni You are invited to join UMBC LGBTQ & Allies Alumni and the office of Alumni Relations for a social hour followed by a performance by Tim Miller in the new PAHB. The Office of Alumni Relations and LGBTQ alumni are exploring the idea of forming an LGBTQ & Allies alumni community and hosting events such as this one.

The Tim Miller performance is a ticketed event. Tickets to the performance and light refreshments at the social hour will be provided free of charge. Tickets to the performance are free for UMBC alumni only.  The reception at Flat Tuesdays is open to everyone. A cash bar will be available (you must be 21 and over with a government issued photo ID). Please RSVP online (alumni.umbc.edu/TimMiller) no later than Tuesday, October 30th. For questions or more information, contact Sue Harris in the Office of Alumni Relations at susanh@umbc.edu or 410-455-2276.

About Tim Miller
Miller is an internationally acclaimed performance artist who explores the artistic, spiritual and political topography of his identity as a gay man. Since 1999, he has focused his creative and political work on marriage equality and addressing the injustices facing lesbian and gay couples in America.
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Charlotte W. Newcombe Scholarship for Mature Women

 

Are you eligible for the Charlotte Newcombe Scholarship and the UMBC Scholarship for returning students? You must answer YES to the following questions to be eligible.

 

·         Are you a student 25 years old or older?

·         Are you working toward your first undergraduate degree?

·         Are you enrolled for fall and/or spring classes?

·         Have you earned at least 60 credits?

·         Do you have at least a 2.5 GPA?

·         Are you in financial need?

·         Are you willing to attend group meetings and/or contact meetings that are designed to help support you as a mature women?

 

If so... feel free to download an application. This application is only for the Spring 2013 semester and only for those who are currently not Newcombe Scholars. For questions, feel free to contact Jess in the Women's Center or at jessm@umbc.edu.

 

 

Deadline: Wednesday, November 28, 2012

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Entering its seventh year, the Amgen-UROP Scholars Program invites undergraduates to participate in faculty-mentored summer research at MIT in the science and biotechnology areas.

Students admitted to this program (known as “Amgen Scholars”) will have opportunities to conduct research, analyze data, present research results, network with other undergraduates with similar research interests, and develop working relationships with MIT faculty mentors and other research staff.

Participation has many benefits. Amgen Scholars learn how to collaborate effectively in research settings while investigating areas of research interest within a specific discipline and gaining practical skills and knowledge for both graduate study and post-graduation careers. Participants become fully integrated in MIT’s summer research community, interacting with faculty mentors and fellow undergraduates while participating in research seminars and other networking events. Most importantly, Amgen Scholars become involved in exciting research and contribute to the advancement of science in an area of interest.

The Program also offers a competitive compensation package. Amgen Scholars working 40 hours per week for the nine week period will earn $4,600, based on an hourly wage of $12.78. Housing in a designated MIT residence hall and a $800 food allowance will also be provided.

Space in the the Amgen-UROP Scholars Program is limited; up to 25 undergraduates will be admitted for Summer 2013.

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Please share widely! Thanks!

Announcing the Launch of DeQH, a Desi LGBTQ Helpline

On National Coming Out Day, Thursday, October 11th, 2012, a coalition of
South Asian lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer (LGBTQ)
organizations and individuals in the U.S. launched *DeQH, the first
South Asian LGBTQ national helpline*. DeQH offers free, confidential,
culturally sensitive peer support, information and resources by telephone
for LGBTQ South Asian individuals, families and friends around the globe.
The intent is to provide a safe and supportive ear for callers to share
their concerns, questions, struggles or hopes through conversations with
trained LGBTQ South Asian Peer Support Volunteers.

Callers can reach the helpline at (908) FOR-DEQH (908-367-3374), 8pm-10pm
on Thursdays and Sundays, Eastern Standard Time [5-7pm PST]. 
Days and times will expand over time.

For general information, check out www.deqh.org and contact deqh.info@gmail.com.

DeQH is a collaboration of South Asian LGBTQ groups and individuals around
the nation including AQUA North Carolina, Hotpot! in Philadelphia, SALGA
NYC, Satrang in LA, and Trikone San Francisco. Please contact us if your
group is interested in joining our effort, and/or if you are interested in
becoming a general volunteer or would like to be trained as a peer support
volunteer.

DeQH operates with support from NQAPIA. Trikone is a fiscal sponsor of DeQH.
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BreakingGround is philosophy of campus and community engagement reflected in courses, programs, projects, and stories from UMBC change agents.  And now it's also a MyUMBC group open to all.  Join to get the latest updates and invitations, and to help spread the word by "pawing" content you like on MyUMBC.

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I actually had some trouble finding a faculty advisor. I talked to Dr. Snyder from the MCS department about possibly using my research idea as my capstone project. He advised me to look towards other departments for an advisor. I contacted Dr. Bell from the MLL department and he put me in touch with Dr. Stolle-Mcallister who agreed to advise me. I had never met Dr. Stolle-Mcallister before, but he was very supportive of my idea.

How did you know this was the project you wanted to do?
I had been thinking of developing a research project to conduct while I was abroad. Though my study abroad plans fell through, I already had the idea and was still interested in following it through. I have always loved children’s books and working with young children, and I had been introduced to the analysis of language through my English and MCS classes. It seemed natural to merge topics that interested me.

Is this your first independent research project?
This is not my first independent research project, though it is the first that requires any funding. I am writing an honors thesis for the English Honors program, which also focuses on a critical analysis of language and its implications.

Do you get course credit for this work?
I might try to use this project as a capstone for MCS, but as of now it is completely independent and self-motivated.

How did you hear about the Undergraduate Research Award program?
My teachers have advertised the URA program for years, but I never thought I would develop an idea worthy of one. I was not overly confident in my proposal idea, but as a junior, this was my last year to apply. I knew this was a great opportunity, and everyone was very supportive of me, so I decided to apply.

Was the application difficult to do?
The application was not difficult at all. Writing the application was beneficial because it forced me to expand and elaborate on my idea to make it stronger and more competitive. My advisor was supportive and helped with any concerns I had.

How much did your mentor help you with the application?
Dr. Stolle-Mcallister helped me with proofreading and final review. He supported my ideas and gave me the independence to craft the project I wanted.

What was the most unexpected thing?
I am still early in the program, but the most unexpected thing so far is the supportive community for URA Scholars. The program directors seem genuinely invested in my success, and the other students help create a positive environment. There is so much more to being a URA Scholar than just conducting independent research; it is a community dedicated to individual student success and achievement.

What else are you involved in on campus?

I work as a production assistant for The Retriever Weekly, as well as a tutor in the Writing Center. I am a member of the Oxfam International club and an editor for the school’s literary magazine Bartleby.

What is your advice to other students about getting involved in research?

If you have an idea - or even if you don’t have an idea - you should consider research! The URA Program offers a support system, but ultimately provides you with the independence and freedom to do whatever you want.

Read more about Hannah's research by visiting the link below...

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Read on for more about this encouraging and positive story.
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