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The Small
Undergraduate Research Grant (SURG) program awards grants
to undergraduates at Carnegie Mellon for research in all fields
of study.
What can I do?
Students interested in any form of research may apply. You can work
alone or in a large group, in a traditional or inter-disciplinary
field, in a professor’s lab or in a studio – it’s
up to you.
The URO adheres to a broad definition of research –"research,
scholarly, or artistic activities that lead to the production of
new knowledge; to increased problem solving capabilities, including
design and analysis; to original, critical or historical theory
and interpretation; or to the production of art or artistic performance.”
How much funding can I get?
One-person projects qualify for grants up to $500. Group projects
can receive up to $1000. The grants are given as cash scholarships,
and will not affect your financial aid.
Am I eligible?
You are eligible if you are:
-A CMU undergraduate student - including freshmen - in a degree-granting program;
-Going to be enrolled during the semester of your grant for Fall or Spring awards, or the semester following your grant for Summer awards;
-In good academic standing (not on probation, leave of absence
or suspension);
When
should I apply?
If you are interested in a SURG grant for the Summer and Fall 2008 semesters, the deadline is Monday, March 17, 2008. Appointments with Stephanie Wallach, Director of the URO, to review proposals should be made no later than March 7, 2008.
What
are the Grant Requirements?
By accepting your grant, you
are agreeing to:
-participate in all required URO events and dinners
-write thank you notes to donors
-complete all assessments connected to your SURG
-present your work at the Undergraduate Research Symposium (Meeting
of the Minds).
-follow human subjects protocol.
Failure
to satisfy these requirements will result in ineligibility for future
awards.
Ready
to start the process? Use the links to the left.
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