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Established in January 2006, the Undergraduate Research Office helps students pursue research opportunities at The Ohio State University, a top public research institution. Research can be conducted independently, as part of a team, in collaboration with faculty, here at the university or elsewhere. The URO staff also serves as a resource for advisors, technical staff, postdoctoral fellows, faculty and others who are part of the rich research environment at Ohio State. The URO Annual Report contains more detailed information about the office and its efforts:
The Office maintains this website including information about getting started with research, how to find research opportunities, what's involved in presenting your work, and a variety of other information sources for undergraduates interested in making research a part of their college experience. The URO is assisted by two committees: a Faculty Advisory Committee, and a Student Advisory Committee.
We highly recommend that students begin to explore undergraduate research opportunities early in their academic careers. This website and our office are here to help in the journey!
Who We Are
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Director: Dr. Allison Snow is a professor in the Department of Evolution, Ecology, and Organismal Biology. In addition to directing the Undergraduate Research Office, she teaches courses, supervises graduate students, obtains grants, and studies invasive plants and genetically engineered crops in the USA and abroad. She received her BA from Hampshire College and her PhD from the University of Massachusetts. |
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Assistant Director: Helene Cweren Helene holds a BS in Anthropology from Brandeis University, an MA in Sociology from University of California - San Diego, and a Master's in Public Policy from Harvard University. Helene is involved in all aspects of the URO, and is responsible for outreach and communication as well as for student programming and advising. She often represents the URO on and off campus. |
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Program Assistant: Jackie Lipphardt joined the URO in January 2013. Jackie supports the URO's programs, creates marketing materials for the URO, and represents the URO around campus. Jackie Lipphardt received her BS in Anthropology from Ohio State. |
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