Research & Creative Activity
Tiered Mentoring Programs
Students learn, lead and give back through a mentoring model that builds confidence, strengthens community and supports success from the first year through graduation.
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Mentors become leaders
Biology & Biomedical Science
From faculty mentors to graduate students and peers, Biology's tiered mentoring model helps students build confidence, leadership skills and lasting connections.
Learn about Biology opportunities
Research starts here
Psychology
Work one-on-one with faculty and graduate student mentors on active research projects while earning academic credit and valuable hands-on experience.
PREP: Psychology Research ExPerience
Built on Connection
Chemistry
Faculty and peer mentoring help students navigate coursework, build confidence and develop lasting academic and professional relationships.
Hear from our students
Discover how Tiered Mentoring connects students with research, mentorship and leadership opportunities that prepare them for careers in science and health care.
"The Tiered Mentoring Program made getting involved in research stress-free. I had support from day one, and it gave me the confidence to contribute in a medical research lab."
"The whole purpose of research is to expand the world's knowledge base, not just go to class and learn information. You work as a cohesive team, which is how the Tiered Mentoring Program works."
"I've taken lots of biology classes, and they've really helped me understand animal behavior. I was able to apply that knowledge through this research and apply it to real-life scenarios. It's been so beneficial, and I've learned so many things that I can take on to my future studies."
Celebration of Undergraduate Research and Creativity
Research and creative work in the Buchtel College of Arts & Sciences doesn't stay behind the scenes. Every spring, students present original discoveries and creative projects to faculty, peers, alumni and the community during the Celebration of Undergraduate Research and Creativity.
Where Research Takes the Stage
See how undergraduate research becomes a public celebration of discovery, creativity and academic achievement.
Questions about research?
Have questions about undergraduate or graduate research opportunities? Our associate dean can help you explore research programs, funding and opportunities to get involved.
- Associate Dean, Research & Graduate Studies; Professor
- 330 972-8047
- Send an email
- CAS 448