As a community college student, I was selected to participate in the University of Washington’s 2021 Undergraduate Research Symposium. Under the guidance of Shoreline Community College’s esteemed Honors program, I delivered a presentation on my research capstone, which investigated the Freemium game model and its utilization of gambling techniques, operant conditioning, and manipulation to entice children to spend excessive amounts of money that they may not have otherwise.
Over the course of a year, I delved deeply into rigorous research by extensively scouring research databases and analyzing dozens of academic journals and articles.
To ensure the quality and effectiveness of my work, I met regularly with a small cohort of fellow Honors students, exchanging valuable insights and feedback on our research progression. Additionally, I was privileged to receive one-on-one guidance from my mentor, a Psychology Professor, who provided valuable input on my research findings and the development of my academic paper. Through this immersive experience, I honed my critical skills in research, analysis, and collaboration, which I believe will be of immense value in any future professional setting.
Additionally, our community college published an article regarding our cohorts honor’s capstones. This article can be viewed here.
Rachel Lough 
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