Rumsha Ali

Honors Thesis (Anticipated Completion: May 2024)

Topic: Understanding Emotion Socialization in Asian American Families

• Conducted comprehensive literature review to inform the research design.
• Investigated the role of cultural influences on emotion socialization practices.
• Assisted in the design and implementation of experimental protocols.
• Collaborated with lab members in developing study designs, methods, and tools for data collection.

• Attended training provided by employer to learn online teaching procedures and student safety protocol.
• Led one-on-one sessions with K-12 students for personalized learning approach.
• Asked key questions prompting specific student responses to assess tutoring session progress.
• Coached students through challenging material with positive reinforcement and encouragement.

• Researched existing literature and summarized key findings, performing searches to resolve specific questions.
• Identified and compiled lists of potential research subjects in accordance with study objectives and parameters.
• Conducted surveys, interviews and experimental research via Qualtrics to facilitate data analysis.
• Developed and maintained spreadsheets, questionnaires and research tools.

• Successfully co-funded $18k towards project RAIN; built girls' dormitory for nomadic students residing in the Agadez region of Niger
• Cultivated and maintained relationships with MT and schools; hosting Circle-wide calls with schools partnered with the organization
• Weekly meetings with MT, facilitating expansion of schools partnered with the organization and assisting individuals with fundraising, project ideas, and leadership positions.