Research Committee

Gathers and analyzes data in relationship to string education; reviews research requests submitted for permission to survey ASTA membership; determines which surveys ASTA will circulate within the membership for participation; selects award winners.


The committee consists of the following members:

  • Chair

    Kristen Pellegrino

    2027

  • Vice Chair

    Mary Elizabeth Henton

    2028

  • Board Liaison

    Rachel Dirks

    2027

  • Kasia Bugaj

    2027

  • Jealyna Desarmes

    2028

  • Nabile Galván

    2028

  • Tian Sanchez-Ballado

    2027

  • Shi Shi

    2027

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