Marissa E. P. Kaloga Curriculum vitae September 30th, 2016 The Ohio State University Rm 325, Stillman Hall 1947 College Road Columbus, Ohio 43210 440.413.9010 Kaloga.2@osu.edu EDUCATION Ph.D. The Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio, (expected) May 2017 Social Work - Specialization: International Women s Health Graduate Interdisciplinary Specialization: Global Health Dissertation: Exploring Women s Cooperative Networks: A Mixed-Methods Study of Collective Savings and Credit Groups in Conakry, Guinea, Chair: Mo Yee Lee, Committee Members: Sharvari Karandikar, Keith Warren M.S.W. The Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio, 2014 Social Work - Specialization: Community and Social Justice B.S. Franklin University, Columbus, Ohio, 2012 Business Administration B.A. The Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio, 2004 International Studies - Specializations: International Development & African Studies, Minor in French RESEARCH INTERESTS International social work, women s issues, intersection of gender economics & health, global health, cooperative associations, financial inclusion, mixed-methods research, qualitative methods, and network analysis PUBLICATIONS Karandikar,S.;Gezinski,L.;Kaloga, M. (in press) Even God does not want me A Qualitative Study of Health Issues & Access to Health Care Among Sex-Trafficked Women and Girls in India. International Public Health Journal. Gezinski, L., Karandikar, S.,While, M., & Kaloga, M. (in press) I may not know you but I know you ll make great parents : An analysis of egg donor profiles. International Journal of Child Health and Human Development. 1
Karandikar, S., Gezinski, L. B., Carter, J. R., & Kaloga, M. (2014). Economic Necessity or Noble Cause? A Qualitative Study Exploring Motivations for Gestational Surrogacy in Gujarat, India. Affilia Journal of Women and Social Work.29,2, 224-236 BOOK CHAPTERS Karandikar, S., Gezinski, L.B., & Kaloga, M. (2015). Health care among sex trafficked women and girls in India. In B. Friedman & J. Merrick. (Eds.), Public health, social work and health inequalities. Hauppauge, NY: Nova Science Publishers, Inc. MANUSCRIPTS IN PROGRESS Kaloga, M., Wang, X., Lee, G. Understanding Social Determinants of Health through a Structural Equation Model (SEM): Implications on the health status of Chinese older adults Kaloga, M., Karandikar, S., Gezinski, L., Natural disasters and vulnerable populations: Nepali sex workers experiences of the 2014 earthquake Karandikar, S., Gezinaki, L., Kaloga, M. Sex work in Nepal: the process of entry and the role of the family Karandikar, S., Gezinski, L., Kaloga, M. Sex workers experiences of violence in Kathmandu, Nepal. Karandikar, S., Huber, S., Kaloga, M. A comparative review of the evolution of gestational surrogacy policy in five countries Kaloga, M. Evaluating success: A look at low income American women s experiences of and outcomes from a micro-credit entrepreneurship training program. RESEARCH EXPERIENCE Current Projects: 2016-present Women s social networks and entrepreneurial outcomes at an Ohio micro-finance organization (primary investigator): Literature review, proposal writing, developing partnerships, IRB process, analysis of evaluation materials Collaborative research in partnership with: Economic and Community Development Institute s SBA Women s Business Center Columbus, Ohio 2015-present Mapping Women s Savings Networks: Comparing micro-credit solidarity groups and locally based associations in Conakry, Guinea (primary investigator): Secured grant funding, wrote proposal, literature review, developed in country partnerships, planning and logistics, secured IRB approval, in-depth interviews in French with research participants, 2
administered social network survey, data coding and cleaning, interview transcription and translation from French to English, analysis of data using qualitative and quantitative methods. Collaborative research in partnership with: The Ohio State University College of Social Work Columbus, Ohio Universite de Sonfonia, Dept of Socio-Anthropology Conakry, Guinea Kofi Annan University, College of Social Sciences Conakry, Guinea Yete Mali Microfinance Conakry, Guinea Credit Rurale de Guinee Conakry, Guinea CONAKRY Data collection, 2016 2014-present Exploring day-to-day lives, needs and experiences of women living as sex workers in Kathmandu, Nepal: Karandikar, S., Gezinski, L., & Kaloga, M. (co-investigator) Literature review, Development of instruments, IRB process, Conducted in depth interviews with participants through translators, Qualitative analysis of interview transcripts, Manuscript writing Collaborative community based research project with: The Ohio State University College of Social Work Columbus, Ohio University of Utah College of Social Work Salt Lake City, Utah Kadambari College, Nepal School of Social Work Kathmandu,,Nepal Jagriti Mahila Manch, Sex Worker NGO Kathmandu, Nepal KATHMANDU Data collection, 2015 Prior Projects: 2012-2014 Graduate Research Associate to Dr. Karandikar The Ohio State University College of Social Work - Motivations and experiences of gestational surrogates in Guajarat, India. - Characteristics and experiences of egg donors in the American midwest - Experiences of violence and access to healthcare of sex workers in Mumbai, India - Exploring experiences, perceptions and motivations of couples using international gestational surrogacy Literature reviews, Qualitative thematic analysis of interview transcripts, Writing and development of manuscripts from draft to publication, Grant writing, Participant recruitment. AWARDS AND RECOGNITION 2016 Merriss Cornell Research Scholarship Award for Dissertation Proposal 2016 Ray Travel Award, for Exceptional Service at the University 2016 OSU College of Social Work Travel Grant 2015 International Affairs Research Academic Enrichment Grant 2015 OSU College of Social Work Travel Grant 2014 Ray Travel Award, for Exceptional Service at the University 2014 OSU College of Social Work Travel Grant 3
ACADEMIC TEACHING EXPERIENCE Adolescent Parenthood & Sexuality from an International Perspective, Instructor The Ohio State University Spring 2017 (upcoming) Minority Perspectives in Race, Ethnicity, and Gender, Instructor The Ohio State University Autumn 2016 International Social Work, co-instructor The Ohio State University Summer 2016 Third Year Sociology Methods Seminar: Using Mixed Methods in Social Research, Guest Instructor Kofi Annan University May 2016 Conakry, Guinea Interdisciplinary Case Management for Working with Underserved Populations, Teaching Assistant The Ohio State University Autumn 2015, Spring 2016 Minority Perspectives on Race and Ethnicity, Instructor The Ohio State University Spring 2015 Introduction to Social Welfare, Instructor The Ohio State University Autumn 2014 Applied Research Methods, Adjunct Faculty Franklin University Fall 2014, Winter 2015, Summer 2015 CONFERENCE PRESENTATIONS (refereed) Kaloga, M. (2017, January) Theoryweb & Practiceweb: Using Network Science to Build an Online Bridge between Theory and Practice. Paper to be presented at the 2017 Annual Conference of the Society for Social Work and Research. New Orleans, LA. Karandikar, S., Gezinski, L., Kaloga, M. (2016, August) There was a red-light area here - now it s McDonalds and a shopping mall : Globalization and changing trends of sex work in Mumbai India. Paper presented at the 2014 Annual Conference of the Society for the Study of Social Problems. Seattle, WA. Karandikar, S., Gezinski, L., Huber, S., Kaloga, M. (2016, June) Exploring the everyday stressors among surrogate mothers in India. Paper presented at the 2016 Joint World Conference on Social Work, Education, and Social Development. Seoul, South Korea. 4
Kaloga, M., Wang, X., Lee, G. (2016, June) Understanding Social Determinants of Health through a Structural Equation Model (SEM): Impacts of income, perceived social support, & neighborhood environment on the health status of Chinese adults. Paper presented at the 2016 Joint World Conference on Social Work, Education, and Social Development. Seoul, South Korea Kaloga, M., (2016, May) Transforming forms of capital: Guinean women s savings and social assistance groups. Invited panel speaker at Kofi Annan University s Conference on Women and Development in Guinea. Conakry, Guinea. Karandikar, S., Gezinski, L.B., & Kaloga, M. (2015, November). A Qualitative Study on Health Problems and Access to Health Care among Female Victims of Sex-Trafficking in Mumbai, India. Poster Presentation at the annual meeting of the American Public Health Association. Chicago, IL. Karandikar, S., Gezinski, L., Kaloga, M. (2015, October) Qualitative Research on Experiences and Motivations of Surrogate Mothers in India. Paper presented at the 2015 Annual Conference of the Council for Social Work Education. Denver, Colorado. Kaloga, M., Wang, X. (2015, August) Rethinking women and micro-finance in Sub-Saharan Africa: A multilevel look at the relationships of gender, poverty, and participation in microfinance. Paper presented at the 2015 Annual Conference for the Society for the Study of Social Problems. Chicago, IL. Karandikar, S., Gezinski, L.B., Carter, J., & Kaloga, M. (2014, November). Examination of the Motivations, Supports, and Stigma Experienced by Gestational Surrogates in Gujarat, India. Paper Presentation at the annual meeting of the American Public Health Association. New Orleans, LA. Gezinski, L.B., Karandikar, S., Ghaffarian, R., & Kaloga, M. (2014, July). "Angels in Paradise": A Content Analysis of Sex Tourism Websites. E-Poster Presentation at the 2014 Joint World Conference on Social Work, Education and Social Development. Melbourne, Australia. Karandikar, S., Gezinski, L.B., Carter, J., & Kaloga, M. (2014, July). "Not a Prostitute, Just a Surrogate Mother": Motivations and Experiences of Surrogate Mothers in India. Paper Presentation at the 2014 Joint World Conference on Social Work, Education and Social Development. Melbourne, Australia GRANTS Funded Proposals Principal Investigator, Mapping Women s Savings Networks: Comparing micro-credit solidarity groups and locally based tontines in Conakry, Guinea (dissertation funding), International Affairs Academic Enrichment Grant, The Ohio State University, Office of International Affairs. 5
Grant writer, Annual Project for Economic & Community Development Institute, Women s Business Center, Ohio CDC Association Americorps*VISTA. Grant writer, Summer Project for Economic & Community Development Institute, Women s Business Center, Ohio CDC Association Americorps*VISTA. Unfunded Proposals Original idea and project coordination, co-investigator, TheoryWeb: Using Web-based Technology to Cross-fertilize and Disseminate Knowledge and Practice for Human and Social Problems in a Global Context, Battelle Engineering,Technology, and Human Affairs (BETHA) Endowment. UNIVERSITY SERVICE 2016 OSU College of Social Work: Qualitative Research Group Coordinator The Ohio State University Graduate School Orientation Panelist: Parenting in Graduate School 2014-2015 The Ohio State University Council of Graduate Students: Social Work Delegate Committees: International Concerns, Diversity and Inclusion, Student Legal Services Advisory Board OSU College of Social Work: Social Welfare Action Alliance, Vice President OSU College of Social Work: Community and Social Justice Curriculum, Informal Committee 2013-2014 The Ohio State University Council of Graduate Students: Social Work Delegate Committees: Graduate Associate Teaching Award & Global Gateway Research Grant OSU College of Social Work: Social Welfare Action Alliance PRACTICE EXPERIENCE Research and Outreach Coordinator Economic and Community Development Institute, SBA Women s Business Center (2013-2014) Grant Writing, Research and Creation of Project Reimagine, 6 month evidence based women s entrepreneurial program (program iteration continuing through 2016, on its 4 th cycle), Presentations on Economic and Social Aspects of Women and Entrepreneurship, Engagement with WBC members on personal and business related barriers to success Program Manager Columbus International Program (2012-2013) Program Manager for State Department funded Open World delegation on Library Science for Kyrgyzstan, Program development for Omani MBA Supplemental Program, South Sudan Health Systems Program, and Indian Youth with Disabilities Program, Placement and support of longterm international exchange professionals, French translation of program and recruitment documents, Management of cultural celebration nights for program participants, Supported CIP International 5k event 6
The Ohio State University - Student Services Specialist (2009-2010) Franklin University - Graduate Programs Academic Advisor Franklin University (2005-2007) - Graduate Programs Specialist - Franklin University (2004-2005) MEDIA ENGAGEMENT Bagcchi, S. (2014, May 12). Mothers who turn to surrogacy to support their families face ostracism, study shows. BMJ, 348(g3257). Retrieved from http://www.bmj.com/content/348/bmj.g3257 Kaloga, M. (2014). Women s View. Impact of the social world on women s health (M. Assati Kingrey, Interviewer) Radio Tongolo. Retrieved from http://radio-tongolo.com Kaloga, M. (2006, November). Viewpoint. The End of Poverty. (M. Thompson, Interviewer) PBS. WOSU, Columbus. Retrieved from https://www.ohiochannel.org/programs/program/viewpoint-the-end-of-poverty-november-20-2006 COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT United Nations Association of the USA - Columbus Chapter President (2006-2007) - VP Membership (2005-2006) - Office Administrator, Health Fair Coordinator (2004-2005) - Intern (2002) Columbus Literacy Council - ESOL Classroom assistant (2006-2007) LANGUAGES English, French 7