Antonia
Please provide a brief summary of your research.
My project consisted of creating a podcast in order to introduce a new way of thinking about meditation, mindfulness and wellbeing to young adults. I interviewed different experts in the fields of psychology, art, philosophy and more in order to bring different perspectives to the table.
What made you interested in pursuing interdisciplinary research more broadly?
I really believe in the power of creating interdisciplinary projects. By combining my passion for storytelling and psychology, I realized that I was able to create something that was different but that also resonated with many people.
What made you initially interested in researching your project in particular?
The reason why I wanted to dive deeper into the world of meditation is because I realized that although students may excel academically, talking about mental health is not as common. And so, I wanted to find a way of making wellbeing and meditation seem like topics that weren’t as scary as they sounded.
Describe your experiences with research thus far in your career.
This project was tricky, as I depended a lot on my interviewees and finding the right people to interview was hard. I was also working mostly on my own, so interviewing, editing the episodes, managing the social media accounts, etc. was a lot of work. Nonetheless, I have learned any skills, such as being proactive, asking many questions and experimenting with different kinds of media.
Any tips or advice you have for students interested in pursuing undergraduate research?
Don’t be afraid to pivot! Ask many questions and make sure you are continuously referring back to your project’s goal.
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