Making the Most out of Virtual Research

LeAnn Faidley, Associate Professor of Engineering Science, Wartburg College

Mary Darrow, Assistant Director, IINSPIRE LSAMP, Iowa State University

Session Description

Hear from IINSPIRE LSAMP faculty research mentors and students regarding virtual research strategies for success in summer research experiences. Answer questions like:

What is a Virtual REU – what does that look like, what kind of expectations are there, how does the “work” work? Who are they for? How does it work with other commitments?
What do I need to do to get the best benefit out of a virtual REU? How do I network, learn about grad school, learn about research from researchers?
How do I find one? …. Are they still open? What does an application look like?

Any opinions, findings, and conclusions or recommendations expressed in this material are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the views of the National Science Foundation. IINSPIRE-LSAMP is supported by NSF Award Number: HRD-2207350. Iowa State University does not discriminate on the basis of religion, national, origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, or status as a U.S. veteran. Inquiries can be directed to the Equal Opportunity Director, 3210 Beardshear Hall, (515) 294-7612.