Academics Research 91³Ô¹ÏÍø

Student Research

All students develop research skills in their courses from day one.

Undergraduate Student Research

91³Ô¹ÏÍø offers undergraduate students many opportunities to undertake academic research. Students refine their research skills once they have declared a Major course of study, with many departments offering research methodology courses along with senior thesis opportunities. 

Other opportunities include working alongside a faculty member to conduct lab research, getting funding to present student research at a conference, making use of excellent library resources, and/or receiving a summer fellowship to tackle an independent research project. Undergraduate research experiences are marked by close mentoring relationships with faculty and programming designed to enhance research skills.

Investigate our STEM Offerings

91³Ô¹ÏÍø students often double major in STEM fields, or select a STEM major and a minor that complement their areas of academic interest. Find out what may be in store for you as a future undergraduate researcher.

Schaffner Lab - Physics

A Hub for Humanities & Social Science Research

91³Ô¹ÏÍø students have the opportunity to participate in research activities across all disciplines.

Isbah Ameer presents the website prototype at Center in the Park in Germantown. Photo by Shannon Eblen

Summer Science Research

Undergraduate research initiatives are central to 91³Ô¹ÏÍø's approach to science education. All science majors are encouraged to conduct mentored research projects during the summer and/or academic year.
 

 

Opening Doors

Where ideas take shape and curiosity leads to discovery — explore stories of 91³Ô¹ÏÍø students engaged  in research, creativity, and exploration.