A team of professors from the Chemistry and Biology Departments has just received funding from the Merck/AAAS Undergraduate Student Research Program to provide research stipends for undergraduates from the Summer of 2006 through 2008

Dr. Richard Bennett, Jr. Undergraduate Research Scholarships

2008-2009

I. What does it mean to be a Dr. Richard Bennett, Jr. Scholar?

The participating student will receive a scholarship of $1,500 over the academic year ($750 per semester) and will be encouraged to register for no more than 15 credit hours of course work during each semester. The student will:

· Work at least 6 hours per week during specific time periods that have been agreed upon by the research advisor.

· Disseminate their results at the 2009 Regional Meeting of the American Chemical Society (ACS) and Appalachian State University Research Day (Dr. Richard Bennett, Jr. should be prominently acknowledged as the source of support).

· Attend Chemistry Department seminars (Fridays at 2:00pm).

· Attend monthly lunch meetings in which they will present progress reports on their research (Dr. Richard Bennett, Jr. should be prominently acknowledged as the source of support).

II. Am I Eligible to Become a Dr. Richard Bennett, Jr. Scholar?

The eligible student will have:

· Completed his/her sophomore year.

· Declared a major in Chemistry.

· Achieved a Grade Point Average of 2.8 or better.

Students with previous research experience are highly encouraged to apply.

III. How do I apply to become a Dr. Richard Bennett, Jr. Scholar?

· Print out the application and recommendation forms (below).

· Meet with one of the faculty members listed below and discuss a proposed project.

1. Dr. Eric Allain (Biochemistry)

2. Dr. Carol Babyak (Analytical/Environmental Chemistry)

3. Dr. Nicole Bennett (Organic Chemistry)

4. Dr. Claudia Cartaya-Marin (Organic Chemistry)

5. Dr. Grant Holder (Analytical Chemistry)

6. Dr. Libby Puckett (Analytical/Forensic Chemistry)

7. Dr. Michael Ramey (Organic/Polymer Chemistry)

8. Dr. Al Schwab (Polymer Science/Physical Chemistry)

9. Dr. Brett Taubman (Analytical/Environmental Chemistry)

10. Dr. Dale Wheeler (Inorganic Chemistry)

11. Dr. Steve Williams (Physical Chemistry)

12. Dr. B.J. Yoblinski (Inorganic Chemistry)

· Complete the application form and submit it to the Chemistry Department Office (CAP 417) September 5, 2008.

· Ask two faculty members to complete the recommendation forms and submit them to the Chemistry Department Office (CAP 417) by 5:00pm on September 5, 2008.

VI. Application[1]

1. Name ________________________________________________________

2. Major: ____________________________________________

3. Minor: ____________________________________________

4. Year completed as of May 2007: Sophomore Junior Senior

5. Expected graduation date (mm/yy): _________________________________

6. Research Advisor: __________________________________________

7. Grade Point Average: ______________ (X.XX/4.00)

8. Grade Point Average in the sciences (Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, Geology and Physics): ______________ (X.XX/4.00)

9. In 200 words or less explain what you plan to do in the field of Chemistry upon graduation and how this scholarship will help you reach your goals:

10. Describe your proposed research project In 500 words or less:

VII. Faculty Recommendation Form (1)[2]

Name _________________________________________________________

Department _____________________________________________________

Name of student you are recommending ______________________________

I have know this student for ___________ years in ______________________

________________________________________________________ capacity.

1. Please rank the students abilities on a scale of 0 to 4.0 in the following categories:

Not Fair Good Excellent Outstanding

observed

Ability to grasp concepts 0 1 2 3 4

Understanding of lab techniques 0 1 2 3 4

Ability to complete assignments 0 1 2 3 4

on time

Ability to work independently 0 1 2 3 4

Oral communication skills 0 1 2 3 4

Written communication skills 0 1 2 3 4

Motivation to learn science 0 1 2 3 4

Ability to solve problems 0 1 2 3 4

Overall performance in your 0 1 2 3 4

Course

2. I would choose this student to do independent research in my own lab.

YES NO

3. My recommendation for this student to participate in the Dr. Richard Bennett, Jr. Program is…

made with some reservation. a strong one. my strongest recommendation.

VII. Faculty Recommendation Form (2)[3]