The Funded Research Assistantship
The opportunity Eliza received is a grant-funded research assistantship in Clemson's Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism Management.
The assistantship announcement describes: a 9-month stipend of $18,000, a tuition waiver, and the potential for summer hourly support.
VitalVisitors
A project studying whether smart bird feeders and nature exposure can improve well-being, loneliness, and ecological consciousness among older adults.
BirdBreak
A project studying whether live bird-feeder video can improve job satisfaction, well-being, and burnout among healthcare workers.
Possible Assistantship Duties
- Working with facility staff, residents, volunteers, and families
- Conducting qualitative interviews
- Analyzing interview data
- Collecting survey data
- Helping manage research equipment
- Working with community and clinical partners