Undergraduate Research

Research is defined in a variety of ways depending on the opportunities within a major, field of interest, or field of study.  No matter the area, research activity provides an original contribution to the field in a way that can be shared with others. 

Engaging in undergraduate research can offer numerous benefits for college students, both academically and personally. 

There are many opportunities to participate in research while at Augustana College.

 

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Student Resources| Council on Undergraduate Research

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Top Ten Reasons to Engage in Undergraduate Research

Hands-On Learning: Imagine you are a biology student interested in gaining practical experience in a laboratory setting.  You might participate in a research project on the effects of a specific drug on cell cultures.

Critical Thinking Skills: Interested in gaining …

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Research Experiences for Undergraduate Students (REUs)

Research Experiences for Undergraduate Students or REUs for short are some of the most competitive in the nation and are many times paid experiences with travel, lodging, and food covered by the program.

Pay ranges anywhere from $2,000 to $8,000 …

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What is keeping you from visiting your Career Coach?

What is holding you back? All of the reasons students might be hesitant to visit CORE and meet with a Career Coach and why they might be false.

By Laura Kestner-Ricketts
Laura Kestner-Ricketts Executive Director, Career and Professional Development
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Who is my Career Coach?

When scheduling an appointment using Handshake, you will choose an appointment type based on your field of interest. If you are still unsure where your field of interest lies, you also have the option of choosing Exploring Majors and Careers …

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Summer research/internship programs that accept International Applicants

Finding an internship or research opportunities can be frustrated for international students. Check out our top programs that are friendly …

Student Resources| Council on Undergraduate Research
Top Ten Reasons to Engage in Undergraduate Research

Hands-On Learning: Imagine you are a biology student interested in gaining practical experience in a laboratory setting.  You might participate …

Research Experiences for Undergraduate Students (REUs)

Research Experiences for Undergraduate Students or REUs for short are some of the most competitive in the nation and are …

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