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Chidalu
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Frederick, Maryland
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How do I get involved with research?
I want to beef up my application and come across as a competitive candidate for top schools. I think research is a great way to get that but I haven't gotten into any programs
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Dino Ubalde
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Hello Chidalu, thank you for connecting with us! Let me clarify your inquiry. We're focusing on the benefits of being deeply involved in research. As a student, research is a crucial tool for thriving in your college or university studies. Through research, you'll discover that the key to success lies in strong academic preparation, particularly during the last two years of your studies. By maintaining an above-average GPA, you'll secure your academic progress and plan ahead of your classmates, ensuring your entry into a reputable school. Your readiness will distinguish you from other graduates. Seek out a program that complements your skills, abilities, aptitude, and personality, and become a well-informed decision-maker. With thorough research and preparation, you'll achieve success in any path you choose to pursue. Best of luck!
J Huff
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Elizabeth City, North Carolina
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Good day,
Research is great; however, you indicated that you have not "...gotten into any programs". I am going to assume that you have applied to programs. First, take a step back and look at your application and all that you have done. Ask yourself what is missing or what will make your application stronger. You identified research as one area. Are there other areas? Have you demonstrated that you can work with others? Have you demonstrated that you are creative and are concerned for others and / are passionate about something.
Yes, institutions are looking for top students within their recruitment pool; however, institutions also are looking for individuals who can demonstrate that they have what it takes to be a leader or an individual who can think outside the box. Individuals who can communicate to the masses and have well-developed soft skills.
For research and for showing leadership or other characteristics that might be sought after by an institution, you can volunteer at a nonprofit. When volunteering, you can develop a survey or develop a way to improve operations. If you go this route, the first thing is observing, speaking to others (i.e, the volunteer service coordinator) and finding out what would help. Once you lay the groundwork for the project and once you have spoken to the appropriate people, you can begin the project. The project will not only show that you can gather and present information in an organized fashion, but it can show that you can do meaningful and impactful things with research that will benefit more than one or two people.
I hope this helps.
Research is great; however, you indicated that you have not "...gotten into any programs". I am going to assume that you have applied to programs. First, take a step back and look at your application and all that you have done. Ask yourself what is missing or what will make your application stronger. You identified research as one area. Are there other areas? Have you demonstrated that you can work with others? Have you demonstrated that you are creative and are concerned for others and / are passionate about something.
Yes, institutions are looking for top students within their recruitment pool; however, institutions also are looking for individuals who can demonstrate that they have what it takes to be a leader or an individual who can think outside the box. Individuals who can communicate to the masses and have well-developed soft skills.
For research and for showing leadership or other characteristics that might be sought after by an institution, you can volunteer at a nonprofit. When volunteering, you can develop a survey or develop a way to improve operations. If you go this route, the first thing is observing, speaking to others (i.e, the volunteer service coordinator) and finding out what would help. Once you lay the groundwork for the project and once you have spoken to the appropriate people, you can begin the project. The project will not only show that you can gather and present information in an organized fashion, but it can show that you can do meaningful and impactful things with research that will benefit more than one or two people.
I hope this helps.
Tara T Cortez
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Autryville, North Carolina
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Networking is essential for research, as connecting with individuals in your target career field is advantageous. Begin by grasping essential keywords to determine the starting point of your research. Acquaint yourself with the subject you wish to investigate. Recognize when to accept assistance in collecting research data. Become well-versed in search engines and traditional research methods. Regardless of whether you're researching a company, school, or project, always verify the accuracy and currency of your information sources.
Networking is a vital part of research.
Understanding keywords to begin to know where to begin researching.
Familiarizing yourself with what you want to research.
Know when to except help on gathering research.
Familiarizing yourself with search engines and good old fashion ground work.
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Carole Sellman
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It is unclear what type of research you want to do. Knowing that would make it easier to answer the question. Scientific research is different from legal research, which is different from medical research, which is different from archaeological research, which is different from genetic research, etc. What I am trying to say is you need to decide on the field you are interested in and study that field first, then branch off into research, if you have not become an expert in your field it is hard to be able to be a good researcher in that field because you would not be able to differentiate the real information from the false information.