Resources for Undergraduate Research
RESEARCH WORKSHOPS - Weekly
Workshop A: How to Get Started in Undergraduate Research
This workshop will give you a broad overview of why and how to get started planning for an original research or creative project as an undergraduate. Topics to be covered
Workshop B: How to Write a Research Proposal
This workshop will cover the basics of writing a research proposal for students in all disciplines. Topics to be covered include
LIBRARY WORKSHOPS (on hiatus for 2009-2010)
For Apprentices: URAP faculty want to see applicants with strong library and internet searching skills. Move your skills up a notch by taking a library course and becoming familiar with relevant library collections: see library workshop schedule.
For independent researchers: Whatever your field of research, you will need to know how those in your field formulate questions, what tools and methods they use in gathering and analyzing texts and data, and where they publish their results. Library workshops can get you started, and take you well beyond the basics. Most courses are offered during the first 5 weeks of classes: see library workshop schedule.
DOCUMENTS
The Haas Scholars Program has a resource page of links and documents for students thinking about independent research. Go to the Haas Scholars Program documents page for resources such as
- How to find a faculty mentor (document)
- Links / tips on writing an abstract
- Funding Resources
COLLEGE & DEPARTMENTAL RESOURCES
Many colleges and departments offer research advice and opportunities specific to certain majors or disciplines:
College of Natural ResourcesElectrical Engineering and Computer Sciences
Molecular and Cell Biology
Physics
Psychology
RESOURCES for CREATIVE PROJECTS
This page directs you to funding and prizes for creative projects.