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Throughout history, the arts and humanities have helped people feel connected to each other, providing a deep sense of belonging. In modern society, rates of depression, anxiety, and loneliness are increasing, and some are looking towards the arts and humanities to address these trends to promote greater well-being. The Humanities and Human Flourishing Project seeks to understand the ability of the arts and humanities to contribute to well-being. In this research experience, students will contribute to research projects examining the well-being effects of arts and humanities engagement. Recent projects have included examining the well-being effects of visiting art museums and virtual art galleries, examining the social benefits of engaging with music, and examining how engaging in the arts and humanities benefits well-being in Black Americans. Students can join ongoing lab projects and will have opportunities to work on a variety of tasks, such as collecting data, gaining experience in reading and discussing scientific literature, and analyzing data.
Description:
Projects will vary. Interested students should contact us to discuss possibilities.
Preferred Qualifications
STAT 111 (or its equivalent) and PSYC 006 or PSYC 266 preferred, though not required.
Preference will be given to psychology students or students in a related discipline.
Project Website
Learn more about the researcher and/or the project here.
The Humanities and Human Flourishing Project(link is external)
Details:
Preferred Student Year
First-year, Second-Year, Junior, Senior
Academic Term
Fall, Spring
I prefer to have students start during the above term(s).Volunteer
Yes
Yes indicates that faculty are open to volunteers.Paid
No
Yes indicates that faculty are open to paying students they engage in their research, regardless of their work-study eligibility.Work Study
No
Yes indicates that faculty are open to hiring work-study-eligible students.