143 Research Reflection by Zachary Silva

Faculty Mentor: Hakan Yavuz (Political Science, University of Utah)

I will forever be grateful for the research skills I have gained while an undergraduate at the University of Utah. I aspire to one day work in the field of international diplomacy, a field whose bedrock is compiling accurate research. Without a deep and thorough understanding of the internal politics, cultural dynamics, and social fabric of a nation, effective diplomacy would be impossible. This experience allowed me to improve upon those vital skills, which I have no doubt will enhance my effectiveness as a future diplomat and scholar of international relations.