Eligibility
The program provides students funding to conduct independent research projects with a CALS faculty member in the life sciences. All UVM students are eligible for the funding, as long as they are supported by a CALS faculty member.
Selection
Students
You will be expected to develop independent research proposals with the support of a CALS faculty mentor. In addition, provide a short statement on your career interests in the life sciences, and how you advance diversity and inclusion in the life sciences (this statement included in "Personal Narrative" section of application).
Faculty
Mentors will be expected to submit a letter discussing their willingness to support the student, your perspective on diversity and inclusion in the life sciences, your background preparation for mentoring students from underrepresented groups, your role in supporting the student in developing the proposal, and an optional approach for guiding a graduate student who may contribute to support of the undergraduate applicant.
Application Process
Please use the SURF application found on this page. While you are welcome to apply for any of the SURF awards, please also indicate the "CALS Life Science Leadership Program" specifically to ensure your consideration for this summer research/mentoring opportunity.
Due date is March 17, 2023