Kennedi Macklin

Senior Capstone, Department of Social Sciences at Rice University, 08/24-05/25 

• Designed and conducted an original mixed-methods research study examining barriers and motivations for teaching in juvenile justice education settings.
• Developed and distributed a Qualtrics survey to education majors at universities across Texas.
• Conducted qualitative interviews with prospective teachers.
• Analyzed quantitative data using R and qualitative thematic analysis.
• Produced quantitative and qualitative reports with policy recommendations.

Research Assistant, Rice University Task Force on Slavery, Segregation, and Racial Injustice, 05/22-08/22

• Conducted historical and archival research supporting the university's examination of its connections to slavery, segregation, and racial injustice.
• Reviewed and synthesized primary and secondary sources for faculty researchers.
• Assisted with research and documentation informing the Task Force's historical findings and recommendations.

Chapter President, Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., 04/24-05/25

• Led a citywide collegiate chapter.
• Oversaw event planning, volunteer efforts, operations, and member development.

Treasurer, Will Rice College at Rice University, 03/23-03/25

• Created and managed a budget of over $50,000.
• Attended and participated in student government meetings.