Student Resources for Undergraduate Research
Are you interested in being part of a research project? Working with a team in a bio-engineering laboratory or conducting social science research in the field? Research experience can open up new horizons for you and help you connect with interests you may not even know you have. At North Carolina A&T, undergraduate students are a vital part of our research program, playing meaningful roles in projects that answer important questions and move the frontiers of scientific knowledge forward.
What is Undergraduate Research?
Undergraduate research is a process of asking questions, solving problems, and creating new knowledge under the guidance of a faculty mentor. It can happen in a lab, library, community, classroom, or studio. Research isn’t just for science majors — it exists in all fields, including the arts, humanities, business, social sciences, and engineering.
Why Participate?
- Gain hands-on experience and deepen your learning
- Build relationships with faculty and peers
- Strengthen your resume or graduate school applications
- Present your work at conferences or publish your findings
- Discover your passion and potential career path
How to Get Involved:
- Explore your interests – Think about the classes, questions, or topics you’re most curious about.
- Check out available opportunities – Visit our research programs or talk to your professors.
- Find a faculty mentor – Reach out to us, your professors, or ask your academic advisor for help.
- Apply or ask to join a project – Some opportunities are formal, while others are as simple as starting a conversation.
- Start small and grow – Many students begin by volunteering or taking on smaller tasks and gradually develop independent projects.
Still have questions? Contact us or stop by our office. We’re here to help you get started!
Contact Information
Center for Undergraduate Research
Dr. Jared Webb, Director
Murphy Hall 005C (Basement)
jnwebb@ncat.edu
