Undergraduate research at its finest

Students from the University of Northern Iowa will present their research in poster format Tuesday, March 29, in the First Floor Rotunda of the Iowa Statehouse. "Research in the Capitol" is an annual collaborative effort between the honors programs of Iowa's three Regent universities.

"The posters created for 'Research in the Capitol' stem from independent research projects that students have been working on, often for many months prior to this event, with the guidance of faculty mentors," said Jessica Moon, director of UNI's University Honors Program. "It gives students an opportunity to visually depict their research or creative process from overarching question to key findings, and then pushes participants to engage in conversation with legislators about the significance of their work--to them as students, to their academic fields or to the world at large."

The event was created to celebrate how undergraduates learn by doing research in a variety of fields. State senators, representatives and other key officials are invited to view the posters and speak with students about their research and education.

Visit the University Honors Program website for a complete list of UNI students that will be presenting.

Did You Know?

Unlike many universities and colleges, undergraduate students at UNI have the opportunity to engage in hands-on research with faculty, often beginning as early as their freshman year. Through learning by doing, students can develop their individual strengths and passions. This is research at its best!