September 23, 2024 | By Jesse Beal and Janel Sutkus
University of Michigan-Ann Arbor has agreed to participate in Thriving in College: A National Study of LGBTQ+ Students. This national study is focused on exploring how lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, and queer students (LGBTQ+) thrive in college. The study is being facilitated by a research team at Indiana University Bloomington, Colorado State University, and the University of Iowa (under Indiana University Bloomington IRB #24011). University of Michigan-Ann Arbor will not be notified who participated in this study but will be provided overall data to help inform inclusive practice and policy creation.
To participate, you must identify as LGBTQ+ and be at least 18 years of age. Participation in the Thriving in College study will take place over two years and involves the following:
- Taking three surveys that take approximately 30 minutes each
- If you express interest in interviews and are selected, participating in three 90-minute interviews
Those who participate will receive a $5 gift card for each survey completed. Additionally, all participants will also be entered into a raffle for two $150 gift cards for each survey completed. Those who are selected and choose to participate in the interviews will receive a $25 gift card for each interview completed.
To participate or learn more about the study, including protections in place to protect your privacy and complete the first survey, please reach out to [email protected].
Sincerely,
Jesse Beal, director, Spectrum Center
Janel Sutkus, director, Student Life Research
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