WHAT IS UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH AND SCHOLARSHIP?
Undergraduate research and scholarship is a unique opportunity for students to work with faculty on their scholarship and produce a presentation, paper, or creative work that contributes to the knowledge or activity of a particular academic discipline.
Some students will work on part of a faculty member’s current research project. Other students may develop an independent project of their own that is guided by a faculty member. Either way, students have opportunities in a variety of disciplines to engage in original hands-on research and scholarship.
How to Get Started
Start Exploring |
Learn more about research within your department: Explore possible research opportunities through your department: Attend Undergraduate Research Fair and Student Scholars Day: |
Benefits -Learn what types of research are going on within your department |
Make Connections |
Talk to your faculty advisor and professors about research and how to get involved: Talk to an OURS Student Ambassador Reach out to the OURS office or fill out the Interest Form |
Benefits -Discover your areas of interest
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Immerse Yourself |
Take courses that emphasize research methodology and consider 399/499 courses Get involved with a research project by working with a faculty mentor Consider applying for a summer research program such as S3 or MS3 Look outside GVSU |
Benefits -Gain foundational knowledge on research methodology |
Reap the Rewards |
Present at Student Scholars Day Attend or present at a professional conference within your discipline Submit your work for publication |
Benefits -Develop dissemination and presentation skills |
Events
Get Involved in Undergraduate Research
September 11, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
This session will introduce students to the ins and outs of undergraduate research. We will discuss what undergraduate university research is (and isn’t), what you can expect from a variety of...
Chalk Art Symposium
September 19, 2024 4:00 PM - 6:30 PM
The symposium is a way to feature the work of student researchers, scholars, and musicians through non-traditional means. We have partnered with GVSU Alum and chalk artist, Emily Miller, '14...