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How the Undergraduate Research Mentorship Program began

From an interview with Ted Tarkow, Professor of Classical Studies & Associate Dean of Arts & Science

The Arts and Science Undergraduate Research Mentorship Program, begun in 1994, aims to support undergraduate participation in faculty research. Students in the program have the chance to be immersed in a research career and learn that “good research, good creativity, and good teaching go hand in glove.”

Individualized research programs

From an interview with Ted Tarkow, Professor of Classical Studies & Associate Dean of Arts & Science

The duration of each project varies depending upon the discipline and the student’s background, and the Undergraduate Research Mentorship Program allows for such individualization of research projects.

More on the program’s history

From an interview with Ted Tarkow, Professor of Classical Studies & Associate Dean of Arts & Science

“The program has evolved, when all is said and done, very insignificantly. We’ve taken what we think is a good idea and built on it…. We’re still dealing with talented faculty working with talented students in ways that show the interconnectivity of research and teaching.”

Funding for Undergraduate Research Mentorship fellows

From an interview with Ted Tarkow, Professor of Classical Studies & Associate Dean of Arts & Science

Beyond the invaluable learning experience, successful student applicants are also awarded stipends (ranging from $500 to $3,000) to support their research.