There are many reason to choose to do undergraduate research. One
of the main reasons is to get involved in and learn more
about a subject matter that interests you most. When you
are able to apply what you have learned in the classroom to a
research project, it makes the material come alive.
Another reason to become involved in an undergraduate research
project is for the chance to get to know and work closely
with a faculty member and his/her research group.
Professors can be intimidating at times, but by working with them,
and contributing to their research, you begin to realize that they
really are just like you (a regular person).
By choosing to work with a particular professor on a research
project, you are also able to develop and improve your
skills that will help prepare you for the work force.
Most of these skills you will most likely not have obtained from a
regular classroom environment.
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