Undergraduate Research
JU recognizes the educational value of an undergraduate research experience. A two-course sequence in undergraduate research has been established. Eligible students may enroll in scheduled courses assigned the departmental prefix and the number 373 (Research Preparation) and 374 (Undergraduate Research) for at least two credit hours each. A second alternative for eligible students is to enroll in independent study for research projects under the direction of research professors who lead students through the designated steps in research design, execution, and analysis. These courses are designed to give the student experience, beginning with the conceptualization and design of a research project, through the literature search, data gathering and analysis, and writing the results in a format suitable for publication. Students should consult with a faculty mentor who specializes in the area of the endeavor and with the Director of Undergraduate Research.