About Me
Who am I?
My name is Danielle Wollerman. I am a third year Ohio State University student who is majoring in International Studies with a focus on development. I am also a member of the International Affairs Scholars program. Additionally, I am a Student Assistant at the Kuhn Honors and Scholars House and a fellow for Community Refugee and Immigration Services (CRIS).Why am I doing this project?
I am doing this project because I am passionate about the rights of women and immigrants/refugees. These groups of people have amazing stories to tell, but are often suppressed. I want to do my part in supporting this community and making their voiced heard.The reason I am able to do this project is because of the Undergraduate Research Library Fellowship. This fellowship provided me with funds and an advisor, Hilary Bussell. Without the support, I would not be able to do this.
When offered the chance to conduct this research, I was hesitant. Can I successfully do it during a pandemic? Am I being unfair to essential workers or people going through a hard time (either by bothering them or not talking to them at all)? I had previously planned to use my STEP funds ($2,000) to aid in the expenses of the project. Would I be able to do my best without the money? I made my decision to continue with the project when the Undergraduate Research Library Fellowship informed me they may not have the funds to give me the chance to conduct this research next summer. I decided it is better to do my best with what I have now, then to do nothing.
Additionally, this fellowship offered me a full-time summer job. The pay from this will support me throughout the upcoming academic year. I will be able to work safety from home. I can support myself and keep my family safe.