Science Research Fellows

Alexander Breitinger receives nationally competitive scholarship from NOAA. He'll be interning in Seattle in summer of 2008! Seen here entering data from a river morphology project

What did you do WinterTerm? Learned taxidermy and stuffed a Snow Leopard!!

The most exciting phrase to hear in science, the one that heralds the most discoveries, is not.....'Eureka!' (I found it!)....but....'That's funny.'

Isaac Asimov

The Science Research Fellows program is an innovative and highly selective opportunity for outstanding students interested in pursuing the study of science and gaining significant research experience as an undergraduate. Although the program places an emphasis on science, it maintains a liberal arts focus.

There are four components to the program:

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Research Experience I & II Hands-on research experience during the first year. The chance to work in small groups (4-5 students) to develop technical and communication skills. .5 credit received for each of fall and spring semesters.

Student/faculty Summer Research Your investigative ability is developed by working closely with a DePauw faculty member on a 10 week paid summer project. Results are presented in poster session format during the fall semester. Some students are able to present their research results at undergraduate conferences and/or professional conferences attended with their faculty sponsor.

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Off-Campus Internship Our interns choose to work in major research universities, government laboratories, continue on-going research projects here at DePauw or conduct research with private businesses or industries. Excellent preparation for graduate and professional schools.

Capstone Senior Seminar SRF students come together as seniors to build a bridge between undergraduate research and their future careers. Reflections on the eight SRF sciences. Invited speaker series allows students to meet with authors of books/publications used for class readings. Students receive .5 credit for this spring semester class.