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Undergraduate Research

Undergraduate research sparks critical thinking and creativity.

Undergraduate research gives students the skills to think for themselves, critically evaluate information, and use their creativity to explore. At Penn State Scranton we are committed to providing research opportunities for students to work alongside faculty who are engaged in research, scholarship and creative activities. Many professors are active scholars and conduct, or present, research locally, nationally, or internationally. 

The 2023 Undergraduate Research Fair and Exhibition is April 5, 2023

Through the undergraduate research experiences, students share in the excitement of discovery, explore various career choices and develop important skills. They get to know their faculty members and connect with a broader disciplinary community. Many students publish, perform, exhibit, or present their work, sharing it with audiences beyond Penn State.

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Participating in undergraduate research will help you:

  • Develop new skills
  • Learn the latest technologies
  • Understand the value of critical thinking
  • Build confidence in independent inquiry
  • Get an early introduction to graduate-level study
  • Prepare for the challenges of tomorrow's world

Get involved with research.

Undergraduate Research

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Institute awards seed grants for computational, data science projects

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Dozens of students participate in regional research symposium held at Schuylkill

Attendees check out some of the poster displays at Scranton's research fair

Students showcase research talents at this year's fair; winners announced

Contact the Undergraduate Research Coordinator

Megan Van Etten, Ph.D.

Assistant Professor, Biology
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 570-963-2528

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