Diversity Scholars Forum

Diversity Scholars Forum
March 22, 2024 - 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM
Popp Martin Student Union, Multipurpose Room 340
Sponsored by the Graduate School and in conjunction with the Graduate Research Symposium, the Diversity Scholars Forum features graduate student and postdoctoral research related to diversity, equity and inclusion.
 
The Diversity Scholars Forum showcases research that centers on DEI issues related to the community - both on campus and in the greater Charlotte community. To showcase their work, amplify their voices and celebrate the value of diversity, student presenters will give short lightning-round style poster presentations about their research projects.

No RSVP is necessary to attend.
 

Presenter

Research Title 

Jordan Boyd

Belonging in Honors: An In-Depth Exposition of Minority Experiences in High-Achieving Undergraduate Programming

Kristen Cruz

Staff Members in a Community-Based Organization for Multilingual Learners: A Case Study

Audrey Curry

The Procedural Rhetoric of Disabled Main Characters: Case Studies of The Vale: Shadow of the Crown and Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice

Fatima Ghaleb

Examining Water Quality and Socio-economic Effects in an Urbanizing Sun-belt City

Tynsley Gilchrist

Can You See Me? Can You Hear Me? Black and Latina Women's Transfer Advising Experiences

Sharon Gillard

Mental Health Stigma Disparities: Cultural Identities and Cultural Values among Black Women

Marah Lambert

A qualitative study to understand women's mentorship perceptions and experiences during their STEM doctoral program

Yvonne Mosley

Mapping Equitable Healthcare Journeys: A PLS-SEM Exploration of Lifestyle, Hospital Length of Stay, and Clinical Quality Outcomes Across Rural and Urban Landscapes

Chidimma Okoli

Understanding Food Insecurity on College Campuses: A Mixed Methods Assessment of Campus Food Pantry Utilization and Satisfaction

Keyonu Rivera

Why Does Race Matter in Schooling?

Saquiib Sarwar

"Making prosthetics in your library"exploring the new era of assistive device development from a community perspective."

Lee Anne Tourigny

Challenges and Opportunities in Career Preparation Services for Students with Disabilities in The University of North Carolina School System: Perspectives of Career Center Staff

Tuyen Truong

Impact of Green Space Accessibility and Amenities on Social Equity in Charlotte

Nneka Ubi

Where are the women: A peak into the FM Profession?

Jayla Worsley

It’s an incentive. And it’s a good incentive. But at the end of the day does that make me want to want to jump in this program?: The enhancement of participation in community initiatives