Undergraduate Research 

The Undergraduate Research Support Award for Environmental Programs is designed to empower and encourage students to pursue innovative research projects that address pressing environmental issues. This award provides financial assistance to undergraduate students engaged in research within the fields of environmental science, policy, engineering, and related disciplines.  

Key Features of the Award:

• Recipients receive up to $1,500 in funding to cover research-related expenses, including materials, travel, and equipment, enabling them to conduct thorough and impactful studies.

• Mentorship Opportunities: Awardees work with faculty mentors who provide guidance and support throughout the research process, helping to refine research questions, methodologies, and analyses.

• Research Development: The award supports a wide range of research activities, from fieldwork and laboratory experiments to policy analysis and community-based projects, fostering a comprehensive approach to environmental challenges.

• Skill Enhancement: Through this award, students gain valuable skills in research design, data collection, analysis, and presentation, preparing them for advanced studies or careers in environmental fields.

• Networking and Collaboration: Awardees have the opportunity to connect with a network of peers, faculty, and professionals, promoting collaboration and knowledge exchange within the environmental research community.  

• Public Recognition: Recipients are recognized for their academic excellence and commitment to environmental research, enhancing their academic and professional profiles. 

Eligibility & Requirements:

• All Environmental Programs majors (B.S. ENGS and B.S. ENST) are eligible to appy for the Undergraduate Research Fellowship

• All projects must be completed within a 12-month period. During the project period, students will have to submit a short progress report at six months, and a final report.

• Present a poster at the ENVP Capstone Showcase held at the end of each semester and present their research at any one of the ENVP events (e.g., Munch & Mingle, Student Roundtables, etc.)

Applications will open on September 1, 2024.  There are three rounds of competition with deadlies on the following dates: October 15, 2024 ; February 15, 2025; April 30, 2025.

The Student Enhancement Grant seeks to increase opportunities for ENVP undergraduate students to participate in workshops and professional and networking opportunities in conference settings.

Application:

• Students need to submit a request with a budget, which may include conference, transportation, lodging, or workshop fees. 

Eligibility

• Requires application that describe activity and benefit to professional development

• Priority will be give to those students who have not benefited from other ENVP HILE resources (study abroad support; undergraduate research funds), if funds are limited.

Requirements

• Submit description of experience and benefits (for publication online; in newsletter) upon completion

• Short report of activities upon completion

• Participate in ENVP panel on high-impact learning experiences

Timeline:

• Rolling applications, until funds are all used

Process:

• ENVP Director and the Environmental Programs Advisory Committee (EPAC) will review proposals at our monthly meeting.  

• Applications for SEG open September 1, 2024 and close April 1, 2025.