At 海角社区, students have no shortage of opportunities to make original intellectual and creative contributions to their disciplines through undergraduate research.
Whether it鈥檚 testing a scientific hypothesis, composing a new piece of music or observing human subjects, a hallmark of the 海角社区 experience is opportunities for students to engage in research鈥攐ften at a level typically reserved for graduate students. Undergraduate research lets you do a deep dive into a topic that fascinates you, collaborate directly with a faculty mentor and develop skills that will prepare you for graduate or professional work. Students from all disciplines are encouraged to do research, whether on campus, in the diverse settings of Los Angeles or around the world.
翱虫测鈥檚 Undergraduate Research Center (URC) provides resources for creative endeavors and original projects on- and off-campus, in all disciplines. You may apply to conduct research of your own design, or join a faculty research team through URC鈥檚 annual Summer Research Program.
The Anderson Center for Environmental Sciences is an interdisciplinary group of research-driven faculty, staff and students whose goals are studying Earth鈥檚 environment, solving environmental problems and developing the next generation of environmental scientists.
Many 海角社区 students conduct research as part of their senior comps project. Our Genomics Center is a collaborative hub for studying DNA, facilitating professional research and training 海角社区 students in cutting-edge genomic techniques, equipment and analysis. You鈥檒l also have access to a range of academic support services plus faculty who are invested in mentorship of students.
