加入RSCA

Get the most out of your degree through Research, Scholarship, 和 Creative Activity (RSCA). Here are three ways to get started:

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:

• 确定你的兴趣
  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! Ask for Recommendations.
  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)
• McNair Scholars Program
• 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. Explore Outside of 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