Research Leaders
Student Research Advocates
Inclusive student scholarly activity.
Invite a Research Leader
Research Shadowing
Explore your curiosity up close
What does it mean to be a Research LeaderThe RL experience includes both important contributions and exciting benefits.
Research Leader Duties
- Share experiences and interests in research/creative activity in CAS
- Present about research opportunities in courses and student organizations
- Represent CAS Research at events
- Provide feedback on current/proposed programming or offerings
- Attend monthly cohort meetings throughout the year
- Serve as a Research Leader for one academic year
Research Leader Benefits
- Make a positive impact on OSU's current and future student researchers
- Collaborate with a diverse team to expand support for undergraduate researchers
- Develop skills that strengthen future professional/academic applications
- Engage in leadership, public speaking, and teaching opportunities
- Conduct outreach to diverse groups of peers across campus
- Integrate more fully into CAS’s high-caliber research and artistic communities
Eligibility
Guide undergraduate research in new directions
- CAS major, enrolled-full time
- At least one semester/summer of experience with faculty-mentored research in CAS
- Supportive and welcoming to students from all backgrounds and identity groups
- Willing to describe your research experience to general audiences in a clear, positive, and enthusiastic way
- Willing to serve as a resource about how to become involved in undergraduate research or creative activity
Research Leaders 25-26
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Contact us!
For program questions or application information.
Dr. Rachael Eaton CAS Program Director for Research EngagementCAS ResearchLife Sciences East405.744.8703rachael.eaton@okstate.edu