Are you ready to begin undergraduate research?

When you feel comfortable in managing your class load and extra-curricular activities, you are ready to think about getting started in research. It is never too early—or too late!—to start.

Whether you are looking for an existing research opportunity or designing a research project of your own, the Office of Undergraduate Research is a good place to start. Follow these steps and let us know if you have questions anywhere along in the process.

1. Identify your area of academic/research interest.

2. Find a member of the faculty to serve as your research advisor/mentor.

3. Investigate possibilities for academic credit or funding.

If you are considering summer research, keep in mind the following timeline for research funding and fellowship applications:

• September – December: Find a mentor and formulate a project.

• January 26, 2012, 5 - 6 pm: Attend the Office of Undergraduate Research summer research informational meeting in Lab Sciences 300.

• January – March: Apply for funding for summer research projects.