Lawrence University

Summer Faculty Research Assistant

June - August 2019 • Appleton, WI

What I liked

I loved having the opportunity to experience what it's like to do research! It was a great opportunity to get outside and do some hands on learning in the field, as well as constructing and executing in lab experiments to test a hypothesis and obtain results. I also got to learn how to drive a boat, and that was pretty fun.

What I wish was different

Advice

Doing summer research is really fun and a great experience to have, my advice would be to make sure you choose a project/lab that truly interests you, that way you will get the most out it.

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Ethnic Studies Researcher

June - August 2018 • Appleton, WI

What I liked

Flexible hours and ability to study the content the way we want.

What I wish was different

Advice

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Multimedia specialist

June 2019 • Appleton, WI

What I liked

Flexible hours.

What I wish was different

Nothing.

Advice

Be patient.

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Stockroom assistant

June - August 2018 • Appleton, WI

What I liked

The stockroom is a great place to work. The stockroom employees are always ready to help new employees learn and feel comfortable in the biology department.

What I wish was different

Some days can be slow when researchers are out in the field.

Advice

Be ready for some days of slow work and others of constant work with new problems to solve.

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Summer conference advisor

June - August 2018 • Appleton, WI

What I liked

The work schedule was flexible

What I wish was different

No 24 hour on duty

Advice

Always keep track of your hours

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Summer Research Assistant

June - August 2018 • Appleton, WI

What I liked

Flexible hours and topics.

What I wish was different

Not much to complain about

Advice

Make sure to take advantage of every opportunity. It is a good way to see what you want to do.

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Chemistry Research Intern

June - August 2018 • Appleton, WI

What I liked

The opportunity to apply and learn new skills

What I wish was different

Advice

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Economic Research Assistant

June - September 2018 • Appleton, WI

What I liked

What I wish was different

Advice

Go for a good experience over a prestigious one.

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Psychology Research Intern

June - September 2018 • Appleton, WI

What I liked

I liked how much responsibility and flexibility I was given. I got to play an integral role in both designing and administering psychology research.

What I wish was different

I wish that I had a little bit more structure to guide me.

Advice

There are a lot of great research opportunities available on campus and I would encourage other students to take full advantage of them.

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Undergraduate Research Assistant

June - August 2019 • Appleton, WI

What I liked

Quiet and tranquil environment to focus on research

What I wish was different

Number of people involved in my research

Advice

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Office Assistant

June - August 2018 • Appleton, WI

What I liked

The position provided a lot of room for independent work and self-motivated projects.

What I wish was different

I would have liked to work more hours and also receive some more training beforehand.

Advice

Don't be afraid to ask questions and instigate.

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Summer Faculty Research Assistant

June - August 2018 • Appleton, WI

What I liked

I appreciated the opportunity to explore a research project over a longer period of time, and develop my lab skills so that I can perform and design experiments with a much larger degree of autonomy.

What I wish was different

Advice

Make sure you spend some time on primary research articles or manuals about the subject or the method that you are working with so that you can be more proficient and make fewer mistakes, as well as to maybe think of ways of improving the method

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Biology Research Intern

June - August 2018 • Appleton, WI

What I liked

Learning new biological research techniques and research methods.

What I wish was different

I wish that I had taken a more active role in determining my project.

Advice

Listen to the techniques you’re taught because they’re applicable in many other types of research

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Desk CLerk

June 2018 • Appleton, WI

What I liked

I liked the environment, it was very relaxing and gave me an idea of what a front desk job would be like. I enjoyed it. It gave me customer service skills.

What I wish was different

I honestly don't think anything should have been different. It was a really nice position. I guess I wish it could have been a longer experience. If there are more opportunities like this I will make sure to apply for them.

Advice

Just to ask around and check for events that offer front desk or service desk opportunities because they can go pretty quickly

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Chemistry Research Intern

June - September 2019 • Appleton, WI

What I liked

Working as a research fellow, I got to work closely with faculty. There was a nice balance between guidance and independence.

What I wish was different

While my experience was fantastic, I think that getting off campus and out of my comfort zone would have been more valuable for me.

Advice

Communicate with your professors: they may have opportunities for you that you won't even know about unless you do! Sit in the front of your classes and participate so that your professors know who you are and want to work with you, too!

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Summer Research Assistant

June - August 2019 • Appleton, WI

What I liked

I loved the engaging science I was working with every day. I was able to learn current methodology, and directly apply it. I was also able to improve my problem solving skills as I applied them to the obstacles I faced over the summer.

What I wish was different

Advice

It is important to understand your interest in research when applying for a summer research position. Talking with the professor informally about their work is a great way to understand if their lab is the right fit for you.

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Independent Student Researcher

June 2020 • Minneapolis, MN

What I liked

I am grateful to have received money from the Experiential Learning Fund to conduct research independently for my Biology Senior Capstone project. It was a great learning experience overall, and the funds I was granted made it possible!

What I wish was different

Advice

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Research Assistant

June - August 2019 • Madison, WI

What I liked

The experience and freedom.

What I wish was different

I wish it was more closely related to my field.

Advice

Definitely try new things, even if you don't think you'll like them.

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Clare Boothe Luce research student

June - August 2020 • Appleton, WI

What I liked

I loved getting to explore in a collaborative environment, at my own pace as long as I put in the time and effort, and seeing what I could discover and prove. It was wonderful to learn math in this way, without the structure of a class but with the support of professors and a fellow research student, and it totally changed my perspective on graduate school in math. I am more interested in grad school because of this experience.

What I wish was different

Advice

Students are required to give a talk sometime after the summer about their research. Prepare for this talk during the summer and don't leave it for later, because the term will get busy. I was glad for what I did in this regard but wish I had done a little more work on it before the school year started up.

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Research Intern

June - August 2020 • Appleton, WI

What I liked

What I liked was the cooperative and communicative atmosphere even though it was a remote position. I got to share and discuss ideas with Dr. Sara Quandt about our research on Latinx Migrant Farmworkers, becoming involved in the project instead of just watching the process. This internship gave me a great outlook as to what a job in public heath research would look like and what is expected of me as a researcher.

What I wish was different

Advice

My one piece of advice would be don’t be afraid to share your ideas and opinions about whatever you’re researching. It can be into imaging when you are talking to a well established researcher, but just keep in mind that new eyes are always valuable.

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