Undergraduate Research and Scholarship
Undergraduate research programs allow you to apply what you’ve learned in the classroom or explore specific areas of interest while being mentored by a faculty member. These experiences often help you land your first professional job or gain admission into graduate or professional schools.
Research takes many forms. Many faculty mentor students to conduct state-of-the-art research leading to exciting discoveries. Undergraduates conduct this work in a variety of settings, ranging from laboratories to field sites. From the community to the wilderness, students learn how to conduct interviews, collaborate with community groups, and design and conduct field experiments.
It’s easy to get involved! You should contact your advisor or reach out to a professor who teaches and conducts research in your area of interest. There are several opportunities on campus that can help students get started.