Jasmine Agular to Present Her Senior Thesis at WSCA Undergraduate Scholars Research Conference
Dr. Leandra Hernandez and Jasmine Agular
We are thrilled to announce that Jasmine Agular, an undergraduate CommSHER student in the Department of Communication, will be presenting her Senior Thesis at the upcoming WSCA Undergraduate Scholars Research Conference. Jasmine’s research, which delves into the intersection of environmental and reproductive justice for Latina women in West Salt Lake City, addresses critical health and environmental concerns that have a direct impact on marginalized communities.
Her thesis, titled “Perceptions of Environmental and Reproductive Justice Among Latina Women in West Salt Lake City,” explores how Latina women perceive the relationship between environmental factors—specifically air pollution in Magna, Utah—and reproductive health outcomes. This research was inspired by Jasmine’s own experiences and her mother’s growing concerns about worsening air quality in their community and its impact on family health.
Using a mixed-methods approach, including surveys and interviews, Jasmine’s study provides valuable insights into the lived experiences of Latina women, shedding light on the challenges they face in navigating environmental health risks and reproductive justice issues. The paper also incorporates a thorough literature review on environmental conditions in West Salt Lake City and the broader implications of reproductive and environmental justice.
Jasmine’s academic journey has been one of transformation. Originally pursuing a pre-med track, she shifted her focus to public health after discovering the power of science communication in her sophomore year. Her experience in COMM 3115 ignited her passion for clear, accessible healthcare messaging, and she has since become deeply committed to bridging communication gaps between scientists, doctors, and the public, especially for communities facing healthcare disparities.
After graduation, Jasmine will continue her work in public health as a Strategic Project Manager for Pfizer in New York City through the prestigious Pfizer Breakthrough Fellowship. She aims to apply her expertise in science communication and public health to global medical initiatives, making a lasting impact on health equity worldwide.
We are incredibly proud of Jasmine’s accomplishments and excited to see the future contributions she will make to public health and social justice. We wish her the best of luck as she presents her research at the conference!
Stay tuned for more updates on Jasmine’s journey and other inspiring student research in the Department of Communication.