I'm not an engineering or science major. Can I still participate?
Definitely, you will find that faculty in all the institute's schools conduct research and may need undergraduate researchers to assist them. Students from H&SS, Mathematics, IT, EMAC, and Management along with the engineers and science majors all participate regularly in the URP.

 

Do I have to be an upperclassman to do research?
No. The URP is open to all undergraduate students. Some projects may require that you have completed certain classes or labs, though. Think about this suggested timetable for participating in undergraduate research.

 

Can I work on a project outside of my major?
Absolutely. You will find that many research projects, especially larger ones, will need students from different backgrounds and with different skills. For example, an engineering product development project may need someone with knowledge of psychology and human factors to research human interaction with the product.

 

What if I have my own idea for a project?
Students may work with a faculty member on an existing research project or on a project based on your own ideas. You must have a project advisor, though. If you want to pursue your own project, find a faculty advisor who may be intersted in your topic.