COHFA | Psychology: Projects in Progress
Factors that Impact Participation in Extracurricular Activities
Academic Level at Time of Presentation
Senior
Major
Psychology
Minor
Sociology
List all Project Mentors & Advisor(s)
Marie Karlsson, Ph.D.
Presentation Format
Poster Presentation
Abstract/Description
This project will examine the impact that several factors have on a student’s involvement in extracurricular activities. Data will be collected from Murray State students through a survey measuring levels of: involvement in extracurricular activities, levels of social anxiety, levels of general anxiety, perceived academic control, religiosity, and the amount of other obligations students have outside of school. The aim of this research is to help understand how college students with levels of social anxiety navigate life on campus. A better understanding how social anxiety affects students’ engagement in college organizations and activities can aid in finding ways to promote involvement for students who have difficulties becoming involved with groups. Methodology and preliminary findings will be discussed, as data collection is ongoing.
Location
Classroom 210, Waterfield Library
Start Date
November 2016
End Date
November 2016
Affiliations
Psychology: Projects in Progress
Factors that Impact Participation in Extracurricular Activities
Classroom 210, Waterfield Library
This project will examine the impact that several factors have on a student’s involvement in extracurricular activities. Data will be collected from Murray State students through a survey measuring levels of: involvement in extracurricular activities, levels of social anxiety, levels of general anxiety, perceived academic control, religiosity, and the amount of other obligations students have outside of school. The aim of this research is to help understand how college students with levels of social anxiety navigate life on campus. A better understanding how social anxiety affects students’ engagement in college organizations and activities can aid in finding ways to promote involvement for students who have difficulties becoming involved with groups. Methodology and preliminary findings will be discussed, as data collection is ongoing.