Sailor Nelson

Sailor’s research interests include morality and life philosophies, intergenerational dynamics, and supporting adolescents who face adverse life experiences. In the HDE Lab, Sailor focuses on both conducting independent research on the Human Universals of value systems, virtues, and life philosophies, as well as training incoming research assistants. She aims to gain a deeper understanding of the universal patterns within moral development, as well as practice developing teaching and mentorship skills as a Co-Lead research assistant. Apart from the HDE Lab, Sailor is a McNair Scholar, U.S. Army Veteran, and Navy Brat. She enjoys spending time with her in-laws in Northern Africa. Together, these identities and experiences shape her cultural competencies, compassion, and ongoing commitment to advancing the greater good.

Highlighted Works in the HDE Lab:

Certificate in: Human Rights
Nelson, S. S. (September 17, 2025). Thematic analysis through lived research practice: Navigating the human universals of value systems and life philosophies. Lead Research Assistant facilitated workshop (hybrid), presented to incoming research assistants for the Human Development and Ecology Lab (Boise, ID).
Nelson, S. S. (September 10, 2025). How to apply Braun & Clarke’s (2006) thematic analysis framework to qualitative assignments, prior to data exposure. Lead Research Assistant facilitated workshop (hybrid), presented to incoming research assistants for the Human Development and Ecology Lab (Boise, ID).
Nelson, S. S. & Masarik, A. S. (April 15, 2025). The "anxious" generation: How older generations' value systems endanger Gen Z's development. Poster presented at the Undergraduate Research Showcase (Boise, ID)
Nelson, S. S. & Masarik, A. S. (April 19, 2024). Unveiling the impact of militaristic culture: Challenges and in veteran reintegration. Poster presented at the Undergraduate Research Showcase (Boise, ID).
Masarik, A. S., Yuruki, E. J., & Nelson, S. S. (April 5, 2025). Tips for success: How to develop relationships with professors. Co-led a presentation and talked to first-generation students from immigrant and refugee backgrounds with 1R’s College Bound Program (Boise, ID).