Middle Tennessee State University
Murfreesboro, Tennessee
DENG AGUTO
Lessons learned from this project are:
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Misinformation found on social media outlets regarding COVID-19 is a crucial threat to public health.
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Student organizations were the best way to gather an adequate amount of students to participate in this investigation.
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Many black and brown people do not trust the COVID-19 vaccine.
AAILIYAH GRAY
I learned that not many black women that I surveyed are optimistic about the science behind COVID-19 vaccine and many are very hesitant to take the vaccine due to family experiences.
I learned that that many participants have a slight anxiety associated with the side effects that may or may not present as a side-effect.
I also learned that many other participants are hopeful that within at least a month to a year they will be open to the idea of receiving the vaccine after it is distributed
JALIAH WALKER
Lessons learned from this project include:
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The usage and benefits of modern technology has allowed me to conduct comprehensive research without having to risk anyone’s health during a pandemic.
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In order to get the full benefit from research findings from participants, it is better to host more listening sessions to get a more accurate account towards research.
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People of color are concerned about the speed the vaccine was created and the side effects.
LAUREN MORRIS
Lessons learned from this project include:
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Participants older than 25 are more willing to participate and give honest opinions regarding COVID-19 and the upcoming vaccine.
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There is a distrust with African American women ages 18-25 and all things vaccine- related.
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African American women ages 18-25 rely heavy on social media to get information regarding COVID-19.
