Ask which professors take students in their research areas, and what are their labs or groups like.

• Peers - students you know who have already participated in undergraduate research;
• Professors (if professors don't have room in their labs, you can ask if they can suggest any colleagues to you);
• Departmental staff, academic or non-academic: advisors, administrative staff, program directors, etc.

• • • • Departments showcase their students' work on different days, typically in May. It is best to begin exploring these research days in your first and second years at SU.

• • • • Attend Honors Thesis Presentation day as a first year and a sophomore for an in-person look at a completed Thesis project.  You will see what other students have done and discover what you can do.

• • • • Syracuse students may search the database of fellowships and scholarships available.  There may be programs listed that you can take advantage of on your research path: Go to  http://nationalscholarships.syr.edu and click on 'National Scholarships Directory' to search for opportunities.

• • • • It is worth repeating: talk to professors. They may know about other awards or funding available to you.

• • • • The Work Study program subsidizes the cost of hiring students, including for research positions.

• • • • Applicants must demonstrate financial need for the given academic year and apply to Work Study.

• • • • Some professors do not know about this opportunity. If you are eligible inform the professor when you discuss with them.

The Syracuse Library provides essential services, programs and resources to support the research of students and faculty. These include:

• • • • workshops and tours linked to curriculum and assignments to help develop and build vital research skills,

• • • • online subject guides to most disciplinary areas,

• • • • articles, research databases, newspapers, e-journals, e-books, statistics and data, print resources, and more,

• • • • citation management software to organize references, format bibliographies and avoid plagiarism, plus how to cite guides; and,

• • • • computers and assistance in all branch libraries, including online assistance.

     

     

• • • • Learn how to network, write your C.V. and cover letter, interview and more...

• • • • • • ...everything that matters when you apply for research positions and for work in the traditional job market.

• • • • Visit Career Services or visit the website.

     

     

• • • • Attend talks, seminars, colloquia, etc., organized by Syracuse departments and faculties.

• • • • At specialist talks, it's okay if you don't understand that much of the technical stuff (you won't be the only one). You will get a sense of what scientists do, what the questions are, and what research is about - and it's an opportunity to meet people in your department.

• • • • Your Syracuse degree provides you excellent preparation for work in your field of study...

• • • • • • there are also often opportunities outside your own department. Don't overlook possibilities for cross-disciplinary work where your skills overlap with another unit on campus.