Hello,
I am forwarding on the attached call for male research participants. I am
also pasting the call for participants below.
I have not yet participated in this research but have corresponded several
times with the researcher and am registered to be a participant myself. I
don't know about the final outcomes of the research but it sounds
interesting to me.
CALL FOR RESEARCH PARTICIPANTS
My name is Tara Fannon and I'm a third year doctoral student with the
Department of Political Science and Sociology at NUI, Galway, Ireland. I
live in Brooklyn New York and I'm getting ready to begin my fieldwork in and
around NYC and beyond!
My research entitled, Personal Narratives of Gender and Disability: Blind
and Visually Impaired Men's Accounts of Embodied Selfhood, qualitatively
investigates the relationship between gender, disability and visuality,
specifically how visual and textual representations of masculinities and
disability shape and are shaped by blind and visually impaired men's sensory
accounts of body and self. In other words, I'm interested in learning what
masculinity and disability means to my participants in their everyday lives
and, beyond this, what it's like having a visual disability in a time when
visual information, image and aesthetic are considered important in our
society.
I am currently recruiting males between the ages of 18-75 who are fluent
English speakers, permanent residents of the United States currently living
in the United States and who identify as visually impaired or blind (from
birth or acquired).
Participation in this research will entail one in-depth interview lasting up
to an hour and possibly one shorter follow-up interview. Interviews can be
conducted face-to-face with participants who live in the NYC area or over
the phone if preferred. Interviews with participants who live outside the
NYC area will take place only over phone because my travel to locations
outside NYC is not possible at this time.
Face-to-face interview locations will be agreed upon by the participant and
researcher and will take place in public spaces provided they are
accessible, suitably quiet to ensure a good recording, and private enough to
ensure participant comfort.
This research is anonymous and confidential.
While I'm unable to offer financial compensation for participation, if in
the case of face-to-face interviews, water and snacks will be provided.
Beyond this, there are multiple, worthwhile benefits to participating in
this research that range from exploring completely new areas to growing
important and under-researched areas.
If you're interested in participating or would just like to know more about
my research please email me a completed 'expression of interest' form (see
attached) to: T.FANNON3 at nuigalway.ie and I
will be in touch shortly. Your returning this form doesn't obligate you to
participate in my research.
Finally, please feel free to pass this research call onto family, friends or
colleagues that might meet the criteria for my recruitment.
Warm regards,
Tara Fannon
PhD Candidate
School of Political Science and Sociology
College of Arts, Social Sciences and Celtic Studies
NUI, Galway
IRELAND
http://www.nuigalway.ie/soc/
Visiting Scholar
Center for the Study of Men and Masculinities
SUNY, Stony Brook
http://www.stonybrook.edu/commcms/csmm/
Edward C. Bell, Ph.D., CRC, NOMC
Director, Professional Development and Research
Institute on Blindness
Louisiana Tech University
210 Woodard Hall
PO Box 3158
Ruston LA 71272
Office: 318.257.4554 Fax: 318.257.2259 (Fax) Skype:
edwardbell2010
ebell at latech.edu
http://www.pdrib.com www.pdrib.com
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"I am somehow less interested in the weight and convolutions of Einstein's
brain than in the near certainty that people of equal talent have lived and
died in cotton fields and sweatshops."
-- Stephen Jay Gould
From: FANNON, TARA [mailto:T.FANNON3 at nuigalway.ie]
Sent: Friday, September 18, 2015 3:34 PM
To: Edward Bell <ebell at pdrib.com>
Subject: Re: A research project that you might be interested in
Hi Dr. Bell,
I wouldn't mind you passing the information along before our interview, in
the interest in hopefully creating some momentum. I've attached the original
call and the expression of interest form.
As far as our interview, we can leave it until after October 12th. Generally
speaking Mondays between 8-1pm and Wednesdays and Fridays between 10-5pm are
a sure bet. I'm away on the 16th and I think you may be one hour behind me,
just a couple of things to consider.
Best,
Tara
_____
From: Edward Bell >
Sent: Friday, September 18, 2015 3:37 PM
To: FANNON, TARA
Subject: RE: A research project that you might be interested in
Tara,
Yes, I am comfortable sharing with our wider community. I thought I would
wait until after my interview so that I can say to folks "I have
participated and it was a good experience" or whatever, but if it is more
important to get it out there I can share it now. If so, can you send me
another email that has the initial invitation? I think I have it saved but
if I can forward directly from you it might be better.
I am out of town October 7-9. Generally, I can be open most days. After
October 12 is pretty open for me rest of the month. So, let me know when in
that timeframe is good for you and I can double check my calendar.
Edward C. Bell, Ph.D., CRC, NOMC
Director, Professional Development and Research
Institute on Blindness
Louisiana Tech University
210 Woodard Hall
PO Box 3158
Ruston LA 71272
Office: 318.257.4554 Fax: 318.257.2259 (Fax) Skype:
edwardbell2010
ebell at latech.edu
http://www.pdrib.com www.pdrib.com
**************************************************************
"I am somehow less interested in the weight and convolutions of Einstein's
brain than in the near certainty that people of equal talent have lived and
died in cotton fields and sweatshops."
-- Stephen Jay Gould
From: FANNON, TARA [mailto:T.FANNON3 at nuigalway.ie]
Sent: Friday, September 18, 2015 9:59 AM
To: Edward Bell >
Subject: Re: A research project that you might be interested in
Hi Dr. Bell,
Please find attached your copy of the Informed Consent, signed by me.
My thinking is to start my actual fieldwork in early October. To get an idea
of what your availability is, at your earliest convenience, can you provide
me with some general days/times that you think you'd be able to talk with me
over the phone for our main interview?
I can tell you that Tuesdays and Thursdays are tough for me because I teach.
Other than that I'm very flexible.
Additionally, now that you have a better idea of what my research is about
and the types of questions I'll be asking, do you think it's something
you're comfortable sharing with your wider community?
Best,
Tara
_____
From: Edward Bell >
Sent: Thursday, September 17, 2015 4:29 PM
To: FANNON, TARA
Subject: RE: A research project that you might be interested in
Third time is a charm? Attached.
FYI, being blind and unable to see the lines after each question it was not
clear that I needed to initial each item. It might be helpful to others to
clarify; where you have:
Please insert initials on the line provided:
To add:
Please insert your initials on the line provided after each item to mark
your consent with each statement:
Or, maybe I am just more dense than your other participants!
Edward C. Bell, Ph.D., CRC, NOMC
Director, Professional Development and Research
Institute on Blindness
Louisiana Tech University
210 Woodard Hall
PO Box 3158
Ruston LA 71272
Office: 318.257.4554 Fax: 318.257.2259 (Fax) Skype:
edwardbell2010
ebell at latech.edu
http://www.pdrib.com www.pdrib.com
**************************************************************
"I am somehow less interested in the weight and convolutions of Einstein's
brain than in the near certainty that people of equal talent have lived and
died in cotton fields and sweatshops."
-- Stephen Jay Gould
From: FANNON, TARA [mailto:T.FANNON3 at nuigalway.ie]
Sent: Thursday, September 17, 2015 3:01 PM
To: Edward Bell >
Subject: Re: A research project that you might be interested in
Okay, I see what's happening. You have 'signed' the form but you have not
initialed the numbered statements. Can you do this, and then we're good to
go.
Best.
_____
From: Edward Bell >
Sent: Thursday, September 17, 2015 3:55 PM
To: FANNON, TARA
Subject: RE: A research project that you might be interested in
Try this one. I double checked it and it is there on my end.
Let me know if not, maybe I'm doing something wrong.
Edward C. Bell, Ph.D., CRC, NOMC
Director, Professional Development and Research
Institute on Blindness
Louisiana Tech University
210 Woodard Hall
PO Box 3158
Ruston LA 71272
Office: 318.257.4554 Fax: 318.257.2259 (Fax) Skype:
edwardbell2010
ebell at latech.edu
http://www.pdrib.com www.pdrib.com
**************************************************************
"I am somehow less interested in the weight and convolutions of Einstein's
brain than in the near certainty that people of equal talent have lived and
died in cotton fields and sweatshops."
-- Stephen Jay Gould
From: FANNON, TARA [mailto:T.FANNON3 at nuigalway.ie]
Sent: Thursday, September 17, 2015 2:53 PM
To: Edward Bell >
Subject: Re: A research project that you might be interested in
Hi Dr. Bell,
It looks like the document you sent isn't filled out. Can you just check
that?
Best,
Tara
_____
From: Edward Bell >
Sent: Thursday, September 17, 2015 3:42 PM
To: FANNON, TARA
Subject: RE: A research project that you might be interested in
Hi Tara,
See attached.
Edward C. Bell, Ph.D., CRC, NOMC
Director, Professional Development and Research
Institute on Blindness
Louisiana Tech University
210 Woodard Hall
PO Box 3158
Ruston LA 71272
Office: 318.257.4554 Fax: 318.257.2259 (Fax) Skype:
edwardbell2010
ebell at latech.edu
http://www.pdrib.com www.pdrib.com
**************************************************************
"I am somehow less interested in the weight and convolutions of Einstein's
brain than in the near certainty that people of equal talent have lived and
died in cotton fields and sweatshops."
-- Stephen Jay Gould
From: FANNON, TARA [mailto:T.FANNON3 at nuigalway.ie]
Sent: Thursday, September 17, 2015 2:34 PM
To: Edward Bell >
Subject: Re: A research project that you might be interested in
Hi Dr. Bell,
Yes you definitely qualify. An important objective of mine is to include a
range of diverse voices. I've attached your informed consent. Once you
return it to me, I'll forward you a signed copy and we can go from there.
Many thanks for your quick reply.
Best,
Tara
_____
From: Edward Bell >
Sent: Thursday, September 17, 2015 3:17 PM
To: FANNON, TARA
Subject: RE: A research project that you might be interested in
Hi Tara,
Yes, I received and reviewed it and no I do not have any questions or
concerns.
Did I qualify as a participant?
Edward C. Bell, Ph.D., CRC, NOMC
Director, Professional Development and Research
Institute on Blindness
Louisiana Tech University
210 Woodard Hall
PO Box 3158
Ruston LA 71272
Office: 318.257.4554 Fax: 318.257.2259 (Fax) Skype:
edwardbell2010
ebell at latech.edu
http://www.pdrib.com www.pdrib.com
**************************************************************
"I am somehow less interested in the weight and convolutions of Einstein's
brain than in the near certainty that people of equal talent have lived and
died in cotton fields and sweatshops."
-- Stephen Jay Gould
From: FANNON, TARA [mailto:T.FANNON3 at nuigalway.ie]
Sent: Thursday, September 17, 2015 1:51 PM
To: Edward Bell >
Subject: Re: A research project that you might be interested in
Hi Dr. Bell,
I'm following up to see if you received the participant information sheet I
sent and, if so, if you have any questions or concerns to address. Please do
let me know.
All the best,
Tara
_____
From: FANNON, TARA
Sent: Friday, September 11, 2015 11:48 AM
To: Edward Bell
Subject: Re: A research project that you might be interested in
Hi Dr. Bell,
Thank you for returning you form. Please find attached a participant
information sheet that explains in more detail, my research. This sheet will
give you a better sense of the questions I might ask, or at least the
questions that are guiding my research. I'm, of course, happy to answer any
questions or address any concerns you might have after reading the form.
All the best,
Tara
_____
From: Edward Bell >
Sent: Thursday, September 10, 2015 9:13 AM
To: FANNON, TARA
Subject: RE: A research project that you might be interested in
Hi Tara,
Attached is my completed request form. I know of probably a dozen or so
other men who would fit this criteria (well actually more than a dozen). I
would be interested in either participating myself first and/or seeing the
nature of the questions before I could strongly recommend the study to
others.
Either way, I am glad to help where I can. See my responses and let me know.
Edward C. Bell, Ph.D., CRC, NOMC
Director, Professional Development and Research
Institute on Blindness
Louisiana Tech University
210 Woodard Hall
PO Box 3158
Ruston LA 71272
Office: 318.257.4554 Fax: 318.257.2259 (Fax) Skype:
edwardbell2010
ebell at latech.edu
http://www.pdrib.com www.pdrib.com
**************************************************************
"I am somehow less interested in the weight and convolutions of Einstein's
brain than in the near certainty that people of equal talent have lived and
died in cotton fields and sweatshops."
-- Stephen Jay Gould
From: FANNON, TARA [mailto:T.FANNON3 at nuigalway.ie]
Sent: Wednesday, September 9, 2015 6:45 PM
To: ebell at latech.edu
Subject: A research project that you might be interested in
Hi Dr. Bell,
I come to you by way of Buffa Hanse who I've never met but, in her receiving
my 'call for participants' through Sociologists for Women in Society,
suggested that you might be interested in participating in my research
and/or sharing it with other men who might meet my sample criteria.
About me, I'm a third year I'm a third year doctoral student with the
Department of Political Science and Sociology at NUI, Galway, Ireland and a
Visiting Scholar at the Center for the Study of Men and Masculinities, Stony
Brook. I live in Brooklyn, New York and I'm getting ready to begin my
fieldwork in and around NYC and beyond.
My research entitled, Personal Narratives of Gender and Disability: Blind
and Visually Impaired Men's Accounts of Embodied Selfhood, qualitatively
investigates the relationship between gender, disability and visuality,
specifically how visual and textual representations of masculinities and
disability shape and are shaped by blind and visually impaired men's sensory
accounts of body and self.
I've attached my call and an 'expression of interest' form for your review
and to share (if you like). Please don't hesitate to get in touch with me if
you have questions.
All the very best,
Tara
