Why do UROP? 

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Research is an innate to progress and development in any sector. 

Participating in UROP allows students to:

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• Develop a meaningful connection faculty, graduate students, and undergraduates students who share their passion and career interests

• Gain knowledge and practical skills that will be beneficial for graduate school or for a future career

• Learn by doing - apply classroom knowledge in a real-world context

• Contribute to current, relevant research outcomes by preparing research posters and presenting findings at conferences and symposiums

• Hone critical thinking skills, problem solving skills, and project management

• Stretch intellectually - creatively approach problems