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
GVSU Summer Scholars Showcase
July 26, 2024 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
The GVSU Summer Scholars Showcase celebrates the scholarship, research, and creative work of undergraduate students who participated in summer research through programs such as Student Summer Scholars...
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...