CALIFORNIA UNIVERSITIES
 
 
     

CALIFORNIA UNIVERSITY UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH OPPORTUNITIES


Occidental College

 

Overview:

We conceived the Summer Undergraduate Research Program in Chemistry and Biochemistry nearly a
decade ago to meet the need among community college students for this vital academic experience. Our
program provides you with an opportunity to work with Occidental College faculty and students on their ongoing
research. But the 10-week program involves more than just lab work. Students also participate in weekly seminars
where research groups report on their work; take a cruise on the Vantuna, the College's ocean-going research
vessel; attend get-acquainted barbecues and luncheons; and present their findings to a conference of community
college faculty.

The Summer Undergraduate Research Program at Occidental offers a number of advantages:
 

Students receive hands-on experience in the use of state-of-the-art scientific instruments and equipment.
By limiting the program to 10 students, we assure maximum interaction with Oxy faculty and students.
We offer a greater breadth of opportunities in both traditional and non-traditional research than those found at
similar institutions.
An emphasis on teamwork among members of each research group ensures that even students with modest
scientific backgrounds benefit.
Full and partial stipends are given to offset research and housing costs.

  Requirements:
A completed application should include the form, current community college transcript and two letters
of reference from community college faculty familiar with your scientific ability.
Selected applicants will be invited to Occidental for an interview with the program director and potential research director.
We strongly encourage applications from women and minority candidates, and all students who plan to continue their academic career at Occidental.
The program is highly selective. We accept only 10 students each summer. Selection is based on your
academic record, career potential and interest in the program.
     

 

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Mission College MESA - Undergraduate Research