FAU Recognized as Leader in Undergraduate Research
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The (CUR) has selected Florida Atlantic University as one of three recipients of the 2017 Award for Undergraduate Research Accomplishments (AURA). The national award recognizes institutions who have developed exemplary programs that provide high-quality research, scholarship and creative experiences for undergraduates.
’s (OURI) was commended on its “Distinction through Discovery” program, which aims to improve student learning by creating a culture of undergraduate research at the University. According to CUR, ’s program “is a thoughtful and intentional approach to the integration of research into the curriculum, and its practical and actionable plan of assessment of the impact of its undergraduate research programming provides a model for doctoral institutions.”
The program works to integrate research assignments into the classroom curriculum, expand the opportunities available to ֱ who want to conduct research and inquiry and increase the support and recognition for FAU faculty who mentor these ֱ.
’s OURI actively promotes student research throughout the year by hosting the , recognizing Undergraduate Researchers of the Year, publishing the FAU Undergraduate Research Journal, providing grants to ֱ participating in independent research and shining a spotlight on ֱ conducting unique research projects.
“We are honored to be recognized for our undergraduate research and inquiry efforts with this prestigious award from CUR,” said , assistant dean for undergraduate research and associate scientist in the in ’s . “The OURI team is truly grateful to all the faculty, staff and ֱ who continue to make this program a success, and are committed to supporting curiosity and discovery at FAU.”
FAU will be recognized for this achievement during the CUR Executive Board reception on Jan. 26, 2018 in Washington, D.C. at the annual meeting of the .
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