如何参与
Get the most out of your degree through Research, Scholarship, 和 Creative Activity (RSCA).
RSCA is for undergraduates 和 graduates in all majors 和 programs. 以下是如何 开始:
1. Connect with a 教师 Mentor
Try not to be intimidated; faculty are here to help. 以下是如何联系的方法:
- Identify 你r Interests
Think about what interests you - something you're already familiar with or a discovery 来自媒体或lol菠菜网正规平台. 同时, 思想开放 about any projects that come your way. - 找到一种可能性
Explore college 和 department websites to find faculty members whose research aligns 根据你的兴趣. - 接触
Send a nice email, approach a faculty member after class, or go to office hours. 你 can also meet faculty at campus RSCA events.- 提示: Express your interests, goals, 和 why you want to work with them. 讲述你的故事! Most faculty members at 菠菜网lol正规平台 love working with students 和 are open to discussions 关于RSCA项目.
- 不要放弃! 请求推荐.
If a faculty member is unavailable, don't be discouraged! Ask if they can recommend 别人. 不断尝试! 你 may have to reach out to several faculty members before 你找一个合适的.
2. Get Involved in RSCA 项目
菠菜网lol正规平台 offers many resources 和 programs designed to engage students in RSCA, including:
- Learning-Aligned Employment Program (LAEP)
- Undergraduate Research Opportunity Program (UROP)
- Student RSCA Fellowship (SRF), Student RSCA Competition (SRC)
- 麦克奈尔学者计划
- Field-specific programs advertised your College or Department
- 学生组织 in your area of interest
Some opportunities require a faculty mentor, so be sure to reach out.
3. 探索外菠菜网lol正规平台
This can be a great way to further your research interests 和 找到资金:
- Check online for community 和 national fellowships 和 opportunities
- Get involved in groups 和 clubs that match your interests
4. 下一个步骤
- Follow 研究与创新 on social media to get notified about events, opportunities, 和程序:
- Check out the flyer 和 information session below. 电邮至 officeofresearch@189la.net with any questions, 和 we look forward to seeing you at our next event!