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Sociology Department Seeks Research Assistants with Balkan Expertise

October 31, 2025

Sociology Department Seeks Research Assistants with Balkan Expertise

Two researchers present data in the Research Commons

The Department of Sociology seeks undergraduate research assistants with knowledge of the Balkans for the two projects below:

Study #1 is on the collective memory of the Bosnian War (1992-1995) among individuals who belong to the second post-war generation in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Research questions revolve around familial interactions and educational experiences within and between ethnic groups (Bosniaks, Serbs, and Croats). Options are available in future semesters for undergraduate research assistants to continue work with the project in ways such as interview coding, literature review assistance, or working on their own undergraduate thesis. Four-five students are needed. 

Study #2 is on the ongoing Serbian Student Protest (which began in November 2024). Research questions revolve around what has made these protests successful and widespread, what the protests mean to participants, and generational framing among protesters. Interviews will be with both general protesters as well as organizers. Two students are needed for this project. 

More details and application instructions can be found on the Sociology Department's website.

There may also be opportunities for graduate students to participate in these projects to receive credit in Slavic. Please contact CSEEES Assistant Director Emma Pratt at pratt.124@osu.edu to discuss.

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