Research Experiences
Summer Research Experience for Undergraduate Students (REU)
Overview
Undergraduate students are invited to apply for a summer fellowship program. This program is sponsored by the School of Life Sciences at Arizona State University, the Central Arizona Phoenix Long Term Ecological Research Program at Arizona State University in conjunction with the Global Institute of Sustainability at Arizona State University and the National Science Foundation. The program offers opportunities for exceptional undergraduate students to gain experience conducting individual research projects. Students will interact with other scientists, including other undergraduate students, graduate students, postdoctoral scholars, and faculty who are conducting research in environmental biology in the American Southwest or in the urban ecological system of the Phoenix metropolitan area.
Eligibility
Students must be undergraduates in summer 2009; that is, May/June 2009 graduates are not eligible for the program. Applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents. Women and ethnic minority students are especially encouraged to apply. Prior research experience is not required, but applicants should be in good academic standing and express an interest in learning about research.
Schedule, Stipend, Course Credit
Priority deadline is April 3, 2009; however, applications will be accepted until positions are filled or until May 15. The program begins within two weeks after spring classes end. Participation will include full–time involvement (> 40 h/wk) for 10 weeks during summer 2009. Number of fellowships to be awarded is subject to availability of funds. The summer stipend for fellowships is approximately $3000, with support for housing and travel if needed. On–campus (or on–site) housing is available if requested early. Research materials and supplies will be covered by the individual research projects.