Meet Our Research Team

Senior, University of Pennsylvania

Major: International Relations

Aspirations: 

RRI Project: Contemporary and Historic Hispanic and Latino Voting Behaviors

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Jenna's passion lies in empowering individuals to reclaim their agency & instigate meaningful change. Her academic journey has delved into impactful research. Jenna's professional trajectory within the non-profit sector revolves around facilitating access to housing, healthcare, and education while advocating for more inclusive legislation.

Senior, American University

Major: Economics

Aspirations: Serve as an economist at an IOs

RRI Project: Contemporary Intellectual Property Infringement

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Haley Dymek brings a wealth of experience and dedication to her academic pursuits. At university, the concept of soft power resonated deeply with Haley, particularly in countries promoting their culture abroad. Haley aims to explore the economics of soft power, investigating how a country's pop culture influences its economy.

Junior, Occidental College

Major: Diplomacy and World Affairs

Aspirations: 

RRI Project: The Rise & Implications of Trade Protectionism 

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Noelle's focal interests span legislative reform, politics, international relations, environmental protection, and human development. She attributes her passion for global affairs to her upbringing, having experienced diverse cultures in nine countries. She investigated the impact of policy reform on the prosecution of femicide perpetrators in Costa Rica.

Senior, San Diego State University

Major: International Security & Conflict Resolution

Aspirations: Democracy & Conflict Analyst

RRI Project: How Aid to Israel Defies the Partisan Divide of American Politics

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Josephine has actively participated at SDSU, including

SCOR Student Society and Women's Club Water Polo. She studied abroad in Belgrade, taking a course in comparative conflict, enhancing her understanding of democratic practices and authoritarianism. Outside academics, she volunteers for Special Olympics Maryland Swimming.