$500 Award for Undergraduate Research
IUPUI University Library Undergraduate Research Award
The University Library Research Award is given for the best undergraduate project that specifically relies on the synthesis of library resources and collections, and the utilization of library services. The award is designed to promote the highest standards in undergraduate research and is intended to encourage students to become independent library users, practice professional values, and produce robust research projects. The award acknowledges the contributions and collaborations of teaching faculty and library staff in attaining these goals and aspirations.Award:
A monetary prize of $500 will be awarded to the most outstanding undergraduate research project. The recipient or team will be recognized at the annual Undergraduate Research Awards Ceremony. In the case of an outstanding team project, only one monetary prize is awarded.
Application:
Applications are accepted throughout the academic calendar for projects completed during the fall or spring semester. Research projects must be completed at the time of submission. Student applicants are required to submit the following:
- Summary of their research project (300 words maximum).
- Completed research project.
- Name and department of faculty mentor.
- Name of collaborating librarian(s).
- A two page, single spaced reflective essay detailing process of choosing research topic and selecting library resources about the topic.
The quality of the project and essay will be evaluated using a scoring rubric with the following criteria:
- Research Project:
- Clearly stated research question.
- Creativity of research topic.
- Uniqueness of research topic.
- Clear explanation of significance of research.
- Writing clarity and organization of project.
- Format reference sources using a citation manual, e.g. APA, MLA, Chicago or Turabian.
- As applicable, evidence of the Principles of Undergraduate Learning.
- Essay:
- Balance between quality and quantity of library resources uncovered about the topic, such as, books, reference material, and journal articles.
- Evidence that the project has relied on the synthesis of a variety of library resources.
The award committee members are: library liaisons for the Center for Research and Learning, and one faculty appointed by the director of the Center for Research and Learning.
Submission and Deadline:
Deadline is March 24, 2008. Participants must submit their projects to Mr. Sullivan, Administrative Assistant to the Dean of University Library at jossulli@iupui.edu.
