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Research

One of the goals at Western Michigan University is to be a "Student-Centered, Research University." To help achieve this goal we involve our students in the research and creative activities of the faculty. There are a number of programs that encourage students to participate in research and creative activities. Many departments offer undergraduate research courses. See the Undergraduate Research Awards Program for examples of some of the student projects in the left column.

Currently around 150 undergraduates are engaged in a research experience each semester. Research fellowships are also available in conjunction with the Lee Honors College, Binder Park Zoo, Bronson and Borgess Hospitals and the DNR. Each year undergraduate researchers from Biological Sciences and Chemistry present their work at the National Undergraduate Research Conference. A number of non-science departments also have student internships and research projects.

Links

• NSF Research Experience for Undergraduates
• NIH Bridges Grants for Minority Biomedical Students
• Environmental Research Center
• Faculty Expertise Database

Undergraduate Research and Creative Activities Award

This award has moved to the Awards section of this Web site.