Looking back on this past summer experience where I got the chance to work on PRYDE’s Youth Investigators team, I’m still so grateful that such a perfect opportunity arose. Not only was it my first time to truly implement the social science concepts I’ve learned in my classes, but it also allowed me to take on a mentoring role that I was so badly missing from my lifeguarding days.
Read MoreI feel that the purpose I am working towards is to improve the wellbeing of youth by working with them and translating research into practical applications for them. Working with PRYDE this summer gave me the incredible opportunity to work hands-on with youth using evidence based practices.
Read MoreThinking creatively about the different ways to explain the coding process to youth and hearing their interpretations helped me to understand qualitative data analysis on a deeper level. It was refreshing to see other young people as excited to learn about the research process as I was.
Read MorePRYDE scholars interviewed two alumni, Julia Lesnick HD ‘18 and Gaby Kubi HD ‘20, regarding their graduate school experiences and advice they have for Scholars who are in the process of applying to programs.
Read MoreThrough my conversation with Susan, I learned that being involved in 4-H is a lifestyle, where the work is dynamic and requires dedication. Leaders like Susan hold personal missions to uphold the values of community, connection, and courage.
Read MoreTalking with Kelly was truly eye-opening and allowed me to get a better grasp of the work 4-H does and the ways in which PRYDE can partner with 4-H to help youth find their “spark.”
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