Discover the Benefits of Research

Who does research?

CSU, Chico undergraduates work with top-notch faculty committed to the mission of "Learning, Discovery, and Engagement" across all majors. 

Why do research?

• Explore career directions
• Build transferable skills such as critical thinking, analytical skills, teamwork, leadership
• Apply classroom teachings to real-life situations
• Develop a professional research network and community connections within your field
• Gain confidence as a research and a scholar
• Learn to publicly advocate for and defend work
• Enhance your resume
• Enhance your resume
• Contribute knowledge and impact the world
• Have fun!

What does research look like?

Research takes many forms and varies by major:

• Library searches and archive work
• Surveys and interviews
• Laboratory benchwork
• Modeling and computations
• Fieldwork
• Creative arts composition
• Design

When should I get involved?

Think about your involvement in undergraduate research as a progression through your college career at CSU, Chico, with opportunities to engage in as little or as much as you like. For example, First Year Experiences provide small classes designed to develop the critical and creative thinking skills you need for research.

How do I get started?

Check out our web page for undergraduate students interested in getting involved in research for more information and resources. Add Get Started link

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How do I get started? Explore your interests: *

• Go to the CSU Chico websites for the major(s) you are interested in and find the faculty pages. Click on a faculty person's name to find out about their research focus and publications.
• Check out some of the resources for seminars/webinars, videos and literature on our On-Line Resources (add link) page
• Ask questions
• Attend the CSU, Chico Office of Graduate Studies' Student Research Competition Note: What can I do with this major? whatcanIdowiththismajor.com

Get advice and make a plan: Check out How to get involved in research FAQs (include link):

Undergraduate Research FAQs: Have questions? You're not alone. Undergraduate students have many of the same questions so we compiled some of the most frequently asked questions and provided answers on this page.

Stay connected:

Sign up for our ListServ: Join the Student and Faculty Research Collaborative Listserv to stay updated on news and opportunities by sending an email as follows:

To: (add email address) Subject: subscribe XXXXX your name Body: [LEAVE BLANK] Join us on Social Media: click on the social media icons at the bottom fotter of this page! (Icons: CSU Chico FB, Instagram, and Twitter accounts)

Engage in professional development during remote learning: CSU Chico research activities that take place on campus are limited right now for all researchers, but as those activities increase, so will the opportunities for undergraduates. Be prepared by taking advantage of the above mentioned resources. You can also stay engaged by exploring online resources to help you to continue to think critically about fields of research, learn techniques and engage in professional development. Check out virtual learning and professional development opportunities here.

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Online Resources to Stay Involved with Research Website resources to help you stay involved with your research and develop professional skills While CSU Chico has suspended in-person classes and lab work, the Student and Faculty Research Collaborative has compiled various online resources that will help you continue to think critically about your research, learn techniques and engage in professional development.

Card: Find and search the research literature Card: Write a literature review Card: Watch research and science education videos on JOVE.com Card: Watch virtual seminars/webinars about research Card: Watch and practice science communication Card: Learn a modeling software Card: It's the perfect time to do an IDP (Individual Development Plan)

Stay connected: Sign up for our ListServ: Join the Student and Faculty Research Collaborative Listserv to stay updated on news and opportunities by sending an email as follows: To: (add email address) Subject: subscribe XXXXX your name Body: [LEAVE BLANK] Join us on Social Media: click on the social media icons at the bottom fotter of this page! (Icons: CSU Chico FB, Instagram, and Twitter accounts)