During my time as an intern, I assisted Susan with analyzing data from the 2009 RAM clinic. Examining demographic data and health concerns provided an opportunity to assess whether the clinic met the needs of the individuals in the area.
In working on the report, analyzing the qualitative and quantitative data required coding and use of SPSS software to determine correlations. As a result, the feedback from participants provided insight for future clinics. Overall, the feedback was positive in nature and the participants expressed the common sentiment of needing assistance for medical and dental resources.
Analyzing the data was a learning experience, in reading many of the response from the participants, the issues that I often read about in studies and journals became “real.” In turn, working on this project validated my decision to pursue my Master’s in Sociology. I greatly appreciate the opportunity to have worked on this project.
After completing the report, I began researching indicators for use in the Health Equity report. I am very interested in the findings that will be included in the upcoming version of the report. I found the research from various other sources regarding global health disparities fascinating. Furthermore, conversations with Ken and Rex planted the seed to consider Demography programs. I hope that I will begin to complete applications in the next few months in preparation for a PhD program.
I appreciate the opportunity to have worked on these projects and hope to remain in contact with everyone as I continue on my journey. Please know that conversations with everyone have been informative and I could not have asked for a better internship. I feel very confident that I have learned a lot and I attribute that to the knowledgeable people with whom I have the opportunity to meet this semester.
Kimberly Lloyd
Spring 2010 Intern
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