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What if I plan to graduate in January?
Students who plan to graduate in January may complete a spring-fall sequence for their G.H. Cook thesis project. In this case, students complete the online registration form in the Fall of their junior year and indicate a January graduation date. If all is in order, students will be sent an SPN to register for G.H. Cook research (11:554:488) in the spring semester and submit their project proposal by January 15.
January graduates give a preliminary presentation about their project in April or May and submit a progress report to the Program Director in September. The preliminary presentation is limited to 2-3 slides and should run 5-10 minutes. It should address: 1) the question(s) to be examined; and 2) the methods or approach to be used. The progress report should present results to date, what remains to be done and a timeline for completion.
January graduates give their final presentation in December.
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Can I work on my research over the summer?
Yes. Although students only register for G.H. Cook research credits in the fall and spring semesters, most students work on their research over the summer and complete their project and thesis during the academic year. Students are advised to complete their literature reviews (background reading) over the summer. Use of the January recess to work on thesis projects is also encouraged.
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Is there financial support?
The G.H. Cook Scholars Program has limited funds to support the costs of supplies or transportation required to carry out student research. Program grants are typically on the order of $600. The Program will not support the cost to attend scientific conferences. Students must submit a Research Support Request Form (Word file) to the Program Director.
Students in the G.H. Cook Scholars Program are also encouraged to submit a Scholarship Application in the spring of their junior year. G.H. Cook Scholars often receive merit awards for their senior year.
