Program Structure

The Research Scholars Program features two programs tailored to different amounts of research experience.

Rising Scholars

Just starting your research career? Not sure where to even start? Rising Scholars can help you find your footing, both in applying to labs and taking your first steps working in a laboratory environment. There is a lot more to labs than just getting work done for them.

Research Scholars

Already in a lab but wondering if there is something you could do to supercharge your experience? Research Scholars can help you find that pièce de résistance to make your time in research the best it can be. Even experienced researchers can learn something new.

Program Requirements

Both Research and Rising Scholars must:

  • Attend at least one event per month chosen by RSP and URS for your track (Rising vs Research)

    • Some months may have multiple events to choose from

    • Written makeup assignments will be available upon request

    • Events start in October

  • Attend one department seminar per semester and write a reflection

    • If you need help finding seminars, look here

    • The reflection form can be found here

  • Write two reflections, one per semester

    • Reflections do not need to be long, but they do need to be thoughtful

Only Rising Scholars must:

  • Attend one journal club per program year, hosted by URS

Only Research Scholars must:

  • Complete and catalog 45 hours of research per semester.