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Megan Shepard

 
Megan Shepard Sociology Major Outstanding Undergraduate Scholar

About Megan

Year: Senior
Major: Sociology (Minor: Criminal Justice; Certificates: Grant Writing and Program Evaluation and Building a Career in a Nonprofit Corporation)
Hometown: Topeka, KS
Faculty Mentor: Dr. Ziwei Qi
Research Recognition: 2023 Outstanding Undergraduate Scholar

Learn more about the Outstanding Undergraduate Scholar Award

Describe Your Research

My research focused on justice involved women and providing a trauma-informed approach during incarceration and post-incarceration. There is a lack of gender-specific programs that address the unique needs of women who are incarcerated. Justice involved women are more likely to experience poly victimization in their life and entering into an incarceration setting adds to their trauma. My goal is to highlight how important it is to provide trauma-informed programs that address the needs of justice involved women.

What was it like sharing your research?

Being able to display and discuss a topic I am passionate about has been a great experience. It was an honor to represent FHSU and The Center for Empowering Victims of Gender-Based Violence.

What are your future career goals?

My goal is to start a non-profit that uses this research to develop gender-specific programs.

Why should other students get involved in research?

I recommend finding a topic that you are passionate about. because passion will be your driving force.