Are you…
Open-minded and curious? Persistent and hard-working? Organized? Self-reflective? Service-oriented and a team-player?
If so, you should apply to be a Research Fellows Startup Participant!
The new Multidisciplinary McNairy Research Fellows Program will be one-semester undergraduate research experience.
Because first generation and minoritized students are much less likely to be extended the opportunity for participation in the high impact practice of undergraduate research, McNairy Librarian Mentors will prioritize their recruitment into the program.
The program will focus on students beginning an exploration of a research topic, building a community of support, and connecting with research opportunities and funding at Millersville University and beyond.
Students who complete the program will have transferable library research skills which will equip them to be capable researchers in a variety of fields. In addition, program participants will initiate contact with a faculty mentor to continue to grow and develop their skills and dispositions.
At least 3 program participants will be selected for the spring semester. Each will be awarded approximately $800 stipend at completion of the program. The stipend is designed to facilitate recruitment of students who would not otherwise be able to participate due to financial obligations and other structural barriers.
Short Answer Questions on the Application:
- Why are you interested in developing as a researcher? What do you envision being able to do as a result of your research?
- Describe your involvement in activities outside of class. (For example, employment, student organizations, sports, arts, community service, etc.) Why did you choose to be involved in these activities?
- Please give an example of a time when you worked successfully in a group or team. (Can be from a work, community, or school experience.) What was your role in the group? What did you find easiest about the experience? What did you find most challenging?
- Please include any additional information that you would like us to consider in our selection process.
Application Deadline: November 10, 2025
Contact Information:
Michele Santamaria 717-871-4202
Melissa Gold 717-871-7124