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Introduction

There are many colleges and universities across the country that are doing research studies, including Western!

One this page we will post research studies for participants to take part of that we have been told about. 

In order for a study to be on this list, it must be IRB approved and center LGBTQ+ people. We prefer sharing opportunities where students are compensated for their time. 

Want to share your study? Email us at lgbtq@wwu.edu

Fall 2024 Studies

Posted 9/23/24: LGBTQ+ Students Uniqueness and dynamics in online communities on social media Study

My name is Shengang Wang, a PhD candidate at School of Information Studies, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. I am conducting my dissertation research “LGBTQ university students’ information seeking and sharing: Uniqueness and dynamics in online communities on social media” (IRB#: 25.024) which has been officially approved by the Institutional Review Board (IRB) at University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee.  

Participation Details: We are seeking participants who: 

  • Identify as LGBTQ. 
  • Are at least 18 years old. 
  • Are Currently enrolled in a college or university in the U.S. higher education. 
  • Are active member of LGBTQ online communities (e.g., group chats, support groups, forums, message boards, and Discord servers) on social media. 

What Participation Involves: 

Participants can decide to participate in one or both research stages. 

Phase 1: Qualitative research 

  • Initial interview (about 15 to 30 minutes) 
  • Diaries (at least four diary entries over two weeks, about 15 to 20 minutes per diary entry, 60 to 80 minutes in total) 
  • Follow-up interview (about 30 to 60 minutes) 

Phase 2: Quantitative research 

  • Online survey questionnaire (about 20 to 35 minutes) 

Benefits of Participation: 

  • Contributing to research that aims to improve online resources and support for LGBTQ students. 
  • Helping to highlight the unique information needs and behaviors of LGBTQ university students. 
  • Receive compensation based on the research activities.   
    • A 20-dollar Amazon gift card as compensation for completing the diaries (at least four diary entries).  
    • A 15-dollar Amazon gift card as compensation for completing the initial and follow-up interviews.  
    • A 10-dollar Amazon gift card as compensation for completing the online survey questionnaire.  

How to Participate: Interested students can participate by accessing the screening survey through the following link: Screen survey. 

I have included the recruitment poster and a Twitter tweet. 

https://x.com/Shengang1992/status/1832066147493265836 

Request for Assistance: We kindly request your assistance in sharing this information with the LGBTQ students at your university. Your support in promoting this study within your community is greatly appreciated. I am grateful for your support and look forward to the valuable insights your students can provide. 
 

For further information, please contact me at shengang@uwm.edu