Undergrad Research Opportunity

Dr. Terrell L. Strayhorn is seeking an undergraduate research assistant to volunteer (academic credit or work-study possible) 5-10 hours per week on a project that examines the experiences of historically underrepresented minorities in American higher education. Specific projects focus on the experiences of (1) racial/ethnic minority undergraduates attending predominantly White and historically Black colleges and universities (2) GLBT students of color in college (3) minority men in STEM fields or (4) social psychological factors that predict success; I am happy to match candidates to a project that suits their interests/strengths. The successful candidate must have (a) interest in the topic/research (b) demonstrated skills in communicating effectively in written and oral form, (c) proficiency in English language. Though not required, it may be helpful if a candidate has prior experience in qualitative or survey research methods, interviewing, or analysis.
Interested students should send a brief/concise cover letter, plus resume, to Dr. Terrell Strayhorn at strayhorn.3@osu.edu by June 1, 2011.