How can I be involved in independent research or a HGSE research project? What is the process for pursuing a research assistantship?
Investigate the HGSE research projects and the profiles of faculty who interest you. You should then contact them and ask them if there is any way you can become involved in their work. Some projects will offer presentations during Orientation week. You may also want to consider, prior to contacting them, if you want this to be an independent study or volunteer opportunity. Be aware that some faculty may put you on hold until spring semester to see what kind of work you produce and/or may be wary of taking on an independent study first semester. This will be crucial in strategically picking your fall semester classes.
