DISCOVER: What does it look like and can it help me?
What does working with research look like?
Working with research can happen in many different ways: from dealing with cell cultures in a lab to listening to people’s stories and interpreting their art to understand more about societal issues affecting the community.
As a matter of fact, you have probably done a ton of research already – from stalking your friend’s new crush on social media to figuring out which universities you wanted to apply to and why. Here’s a whole page on why you’re already a researcher, it may surprise you!
How can research help me?
As a student, research can help support you through scholarships, paid assistantships, and other funding opportunities, and is a great learning environment for you to learn more about yourself and your passions!
Being a researcher helps develop confidence and the ability to think critically about the world around you, which makes you a valuable asset wherever you choose to go in your adventure! You can learn more about the qualities of a researcher, and how they can help you within and beyond your academic life.