SURE Program

What is STEM SURE?

STEM SURE is a summer undergraduate research experience for students interested in a career in science, technology, engineering, or mathematics disciplines. Selected students will work in research labs at West Virginia University for 8 weeks during the summer under the direction of a WVU faculty research mentor and a graduate or post-doctoral mentor. A printed info flyer can be found HERE.

Also available is the International Research Experience for Students in China. This program provides an opportunity for research experience in a Chinese laboratory. Five undergraduate West Virginian researchers from science disciplines will be divided into research groups to perform interdisciplinary scientific research in Jilin University in China. Additional information can be found HERE.

To apply for the International Research Experience program, complete the STEM SURE application. Be sure to check YES in the box asking about your interest in an International Research Experience.

Who can apply?

SURE applicants must be:

  1. US citizens or permanent residents.
  2. College sophomores, juniors, or seniors as of the Fall 2012 semester.
  3. Science, engineering, or mathematics majors.
  4. Enrolled at a West Virginia higher education institution or be a West Virginia state resident enrolled in an out-of-state college or university.

How can I find out more?

Contact the Honors College directly:

  • STEM SURE
  • The Honors College at WVU
  • 250 Second Street
  • PO Box 6635
  • Morgantown, WV 26506-6635

  • Phone: 304.293.2100
  • Fax: 304.293.7569
  • Email: SURE@mail.wvu.edu

  • Questions? Contact Michelle Richards-Babb.
  • Email: Michelle.Richards-Babb@mail.wvu.edu
  • Phone: 304.293.3435 x6416

What are the deadlines?

  • 15 March 2012: All applications materials due. Applicants will be admitted on a rolling basis until all spots are filled.
  • 29 May 2012: Program begins. Employee processing and training.
  • 23 Jul 2012: Summer Undergraduate Research Symposium 2012 week begins.
  • 27 Jul 2012: Summer Undergraduate Research Symposium 2012 week concludes. STEM SURE concludes.