Summer Research Experience Essay Contest
The Office of Undergraduate Research and Creative Works wants to hear about your summer research or creative works experience.
Share the details of your project in the form of a short essay for the chance to win prizes and opportunities to discuss your work.
Summer Research Experience Essay Contest Information
Current undergraduate students at Adelphi University.
Winners of the contest will be selected to receive:
- A $100 prize
- An invitation to speak about their experience on AU PAWS Radio
- A nomination to present their work at the National Conference of Undergraduate Research, which will take place April 7-9, 2025 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, with all expenses paid by the Office of Undergraduate Research and Creative Works
- 1-2 single-spaced pages
- Include the essay title, author name and email address
- Include the name of the institution where you performed your project (university, company, laboratory (governmental or industrial), or artistic agency) and the contact information of your mentor (name, email, phone number)
- Give a brief overview of the project, including the objectives, methodology used and the team you worked with
- Detail your involvement in a research project and showcase findings and insights gained from your experience
- Give examples of how this experience influenced your life and view of the professional field
Submit Your Essay
We are no longer accepting entries as the deadline has passed.