Project Resilience and Mental Health in Rural Latinx Youth Program Health & Human Sciences Term Academic Year 2023 Status Closed Research Area Human Development & Family Science, Developmental Psychology Description The Purdue Puentes Project is a longitudinal study of the health and wellbeing of Latinx youth (ages 10-15) in rural, farm worker, or agricultural worker families funded by the National Institute on Minority Health Disparities (NIMHD). The project is headed by Dr. Yumary Ruiz in the department of Public Health and Dr. Zoe Taylor in the department of Human Development and Family Studies at Purdue University. The study aims to learn about the well-being, stressors, challenges, and strengths of youth in rural, farmworker, or agricultural families. Specifically, this study aims to identify sources of resilience that can be used to promote health, school success and positive change for rural Latinx youth. Supervisor Zoe E Taylor Mentor Type of work required Students will learn research skills related to an ongoing research project. They will assist with project tasks including data collection as well as other office duties such as helping with data entry, calling families, and conducting literature reviews. Students will be especially involved in data collection with youth and families (including
assisting with surveys, taking biometric measurements, and conducting one-on-one interviews with youth). Data collection will take place in community locations within an hour of Purdue (and sometimes across Indiana). Students may also be involved with conducting interviews and transcribing them. Students may also have the opportunity to analyze data and present their findings (depending on their interests). Students will gain research experience working as part of a multi-disciplinary team. Websites No prior experience required; all necessary training provided through the project. All majors welcome. Applicants should be well-organized, self-motivated, responsible, and attentive to detail. Although being bilingual is not required, Spanish speakers are especially encouraged to apply. Some prior research experience or knowledge preferred. Qualifications https://centers.purdue.edu/puentes-project/ Credit Hours 2 Weekly Hours 6 (estimated)