Docking Institute Student Staff
HANNAH CROSS, GRA
Hannah Cross joined the Docking Institute as a student research assistant in May of 2022. During her time at the Institute, she completed her Bachelor’s of Science degree in Sociology. Hannah is currently pursuing a graduate degree in Social Work and plans to become a licensed clinical social worker within the medical field upon graduation. In the fall of 2023 Hannah transitioned into the role of a graduate research assistant at the Docking Institute. Hannah spends her time tracking and entering survey data, conducting interviews, working with various data software, and continually learning new trends within social science research.
BRENNA SCHWIEN
Brenna Schwien joined the Docking Institute as an undergraduate intern in October of 2023. She is currently pursuing a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Sociology with a minor in Political Science (Pre-Law). Brenna's tasks include tracking presenting data, conducting interviews, and discovering new trends within social science research. After completing her degree in May of 2025, Brenna plans to attend graduate school and then law school, both at universities that are currently undecided.
JENNA WELSBY
Jenna Welsby joined the Docking Institute of Public Affairs as a student research assistant in February of 2022. She is an undergraduate student pursuing a Bachelor of Science Degree in Tourism and Hospitality Management with a certificate in Leadership. Jenna will graduate in May of 2024 and will pursue a career in management within the Food and Beverage Industry.
MENGNA (LISA) ZHAO
Mengna Zhao joined the Docking Institute of Public Affairs in April of 2023. She currently works as a postgraduate student research assistant. Lisa is currently working towards her master's degree in business administration. She likes to try new fields of research using her critical thinking skills. Lisa hopes that she can use the skills she learns while working at the Docking Institute to further her future career.