Why do research?

 Undergraduate research offers you an enriching opportunity for in-depth study

Original research lets you:

• Solve problems in an area of your own interest.
• Make new discoveries and create new artifacts.
• Interact with research faculty outside of the classroom.
• Demonstrate your intellectual dedication and academic skills to:
  
  • Future employers.
  • Graduate programs.
  • Internship directors

 Other benefits include:

• Enhancement of the classroom experience.
  • Improve time management
  • Develop skills:
    • Analytical ability
    • Writing and communication
    • Leadership and teamwork
• Exposure to the world.
  • Attend local, national, and international conferences
  • Present your discoveries in posters and talks
  • Prepare your work for publication
  • Develop websites to broadcast your findings