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Forge ahead into the unknown. WSU students in all majors and from all backgrounds can be undergraduate researchers who contribute something new to their field.
Introduction to the Office of Undergraduate Research
What Is Undergraduate Research?
It takes place in all branches of knowledge, whether you are in the Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences, or in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math. More >>
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Meet with a Peer Mentor
Peer mentors, who are undergraduates currently involved in undergraduate research, are available most weeks to meet with you. They have the experience and training to answer your important questions, such as:
- “How do I get started with my research or creative activity?”
- “Will I get paid for what I’m doing, or am I eligible for a special scholarship?”
- “How do I find the right faculty mentor for me?”
Schedule a meeting with one today!
What’s New
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WSU Welcomes Colin Mannex to Lead Office of Undergraduate Research
PULLMAN, Wash.—Washington State University has selected Colin Mannex as its new associate director of the Office of Undergraduate Research.
“Colin brings a wealth of experience in education to the program and is excited to help our university and students advance high-impact learning activities associated with student research, scholarship, and creative activities,” said Mary Sánchez Lanier, assistant vice provost.
“I’m looking forward to building relationships with my colleagues university-wide as we find new, exciting, and unexpected points of connection in the work that we do to enhance student experience and success at WSU,” said Mannex.
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WSU Undergraduate Research Award Applications Open Through March 5, 2021
PULLMAN, Wash.—Washington State University students can apply online now through March 5, 2021 for a variety of awards to support their mentored research, scholarship, and creative activities in academic year 2021-22, said Mary Sanchez Lanier, assistant vice provost.
“Thanks to the vision of generous donors and other funding, recipients of these awards—students from all majors and campuses—can afford to spend more time concentrating on their research efforts rather than having to work at a job,” she said.
Five types of awards are available this year. Two are presented by the Office of Undergraduate Research in the Division of Academic Engagement and Student Achievement, … » More …
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Why & When to Get Involved?
Regardless of your major, getting involved in research will help you contribute to knowledge in a field, and benefit your intellect, skill set, and career readiness.
How Do I Get Started?
We will show you how to engage with the research going on all around you at WSU. With our assistance, getting started in undergraduate research will be easier than you think.
Receive Credit &/or Funding
Numerous resources are available to WSU undergraduates to support and/or recognize your research efforts.
Share Your Work & Results
Sharing new knowledge with the wider community in your field is essential to the research process. Opportunities abound to disseminate your discoveries both at WSU and beyond.