The Qualitative Inquiry Circle (QUIC) is a social and intellectual circle of graduate students with interest in qualitative inquiry, specifically inquiry that has the intent of advocating for social justice.

We foster community, spur networking, and provide space for the critical discussion of qualitative epistemologies, theories, methodologies, methods, analyses, and representations. We also encourage discussion concerning professional development and the consideration of the thesis/dissertation process, teaching portfolios, recommendation letters, job applications/interviews, research/teaching presentations, peer emotional support, and mentorship. Finally, we come together to share ideas, give critique, and gain support for individual qualitative thesis/dissertation research development and completion.

Meeting Format

QUIC meets one Friday each month from 6-9pm (TBA)

• 6-7pm We enjoy each other's company, eat dinner, and get to know one another
• 7-8pm Students discuss their progress and pose questions concerning individual research projects
• 8-9pm One student (to be decided during our first meeting each Fall) presents her/his research at length and is given intensive feedback by the circle members.

Current Members

Organizer:

Dr. Lisbeth A. Berbary, Educational Research

Student Members:

Amber Carpenter-McCullough, Educational Research

Edward Ducey, Instruction and Curriculum Leadership

Bridget Dunnavant, Counseling Psychology

Meghan Geiss, Counseling Psychology

Darcus Greene, Educational Leadership

Alison Hickman, Counseling Psychology

Jani A. Johnson, Audiology

Pepper Walker, Adult Education

Lee Wallace, Adult Education

Membership

Although housed in the School of Education, students throughout the University of Memphis who meet the following criteria are encouraged to apply:

Must be engaged in qualitative research

Must be in/have completed EDPR 7/8561 (B or above)

Must commit to attend five of six monthly meetings

Must commit to one 1-hour presentation each academic year

QUIC is limited to ten members per academic school year

For more information please contact Dr. Lisbeth A. Berbary.