The Everyday Impact of Endometriosis on College Students

Hi everyone, we are in the process of recruiting current and former college students (undergrad and grad) to participate in a study about their experiences with endometriosis. Please see our website (https://www.endometriosisstudy2021.com) for more information. If you have any questions, please contact us through the email provided on the flier. Note, we are unable to respond to DMs and all study questions must be directed to the following email address [email protected]. #endometriosis #chronicillness #DisabledInHigherEd #accessibility

[Image Description: Flier for Endometriosis Research Study]

The title for the research study is embedded in a blue-teal circle and says, “Do you struggle with symptoms of Endometriosis? How does it impact your academics, employment, and social life?”

On the left column of the flier in bold navy text it says: “We are recruiting participants for a research study on the everyday impact of endometriosis on college students in all disciplines, including STEM.”

The text below in the left column says: “Undergraduate and graduate students with endometriosis face specific challenges due to the invisibility of the illness and unpredictable flare ups. This invisibility and unpredictability subjects them to disbelief by faculty, staff, employers, and peers. Moreover, endometriosis is often overlooked by disability support services. Students with endometriosis need, but often do not receive, flexible accommodations. We seek to understand their experiences to help inform campus policy and support services. We seek participants from every discipline with a special interest in STEM fields.”

In the right column in a navy box the text reads: “Time Commitment” and includes a list of bullet points that say, “One virtual, confidential interview (over Zoom). Approximately 60-90 minutes. You will be asked questions regarding your experiences with faculty, employers, peers, and related activities.”

The next section says, “Are you eligible?” and includes a list of bullet points below that say, “18 years or older, currently matriculated as an undergraduate or graduate student at a college/university in the U.S. or graduated within the past 6 years. Officially diagnosed or have been told by a doctor you may have endometriosis. Or, after ruling out numerous other conditions you believe you have endometriosis.

In the text below in bold it says, “If you’re unsure if you meet the requirements, email the study team: [email protected]”

At the bottom of the flier it says, “Visit: https://www.endometriosisstudy2021.com.”

At the very bottom of the flier is the American University logo, which says “American University | Washington, DC.”