ASP Research Trainee
Applying to ASP Research Mentee
Application Now Open
Application Closes November 20th for Spring Cohort. For questions, please contact us below.
What is a Research Mentee?
Freshman/Sophomore students will start as Achieve Scholars Research Trainees. Research Trainees will learn about undergraduate research, participate in program activities, workshops, peer mentoring, and advising. The program is goal oriented and students will be encouraged to apply to research opportunities like Summer Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU).
Program Requirements
FALL Requirements
- Attend THREE research training workshops during the semester (first Friday of the month 1pm-2pm in Building 1 International Student Center)
- Attend ONE professional development activity of your choice (contact advisor for more information)
- Participation in semester surveys and follow-up survey after graduation
- Meet with program advisor twice per term
SPRING Requirements
- Take 1unit Activity Course Early Career Research Training (ECRT) on Friday's from 10am-11:50am with Dr. Ever Barraza (Director) and Destiny Alvarez (Program Coordinator)
- Prepare poster or oral presentation to be presented at the Creative Activities and Research Symposium (CARS) in August
- Students in good standing will receive a $200 stipend in spring for their participation