Pitt-Johnstown undergraduate research encompasses intellectual, creative and/or scholarly activities, in which the student and faculty member have a collaborative relationship. Research may take many forms including class projects, capstone seminars, senior projects, and independent studies. Originality is key to the student's work.
These projects may be presented locally, regionally, or nationally; the real hallmark of an undergraduate research, creative or scholarly project, is that it offers students the opportunity to experience their discipline in the real world.
Why do Undergraduate Research?
Students who participate in undergraduate research, creative and scholarly activities:
- learn to work effectively as part of a team
- become familiar with the literature and process of gaining knowledge in their discipline
- increase their oral and written communication skills
- form deeper professional relationships with faculty and student colleagues
- learn useful skills for future employment or graduate school
- have fun!
Fall Into Research
Pitt-Johnstown's Fall Into Research symposium showcases the work of faculty and summer students and is an opportunity to learn about research and scholarship opportunities. The annual event is held in October in the Cambria Room in the Student Union.
Symposium for the Promotion of Academic and Creative Inquiry (SPACE)
Pitt-Johnstown SPACE provides a forum for students from all disciplines to present their research, creative or scholarly projects to the University community. The annual symposium is held in April at the Living-Learning Center. Funded by Conemaugh Health System. Learn More >
The President’s Mentorship Fund for Faculty-Student Scholarship
Undergraduate research encompasses intellectual, creative and/or scholarly activities in which the student and faculty member have a partnership. Ultimately these projects may be disseminated locally, regionally, or nationally, but the real hallmark of an undergraduate research project is that it allows students a chance to experience their discipline outside of their textbooks. Pitt-Johnstown has established a fund to support faculty-student research, scholarship, and creative activities. Check out a list of some of the recently funded projects.
Collaboration with the Windber Research Institute
The undergraduate research experience at Pitt-Johnstown benefits from a highly successful collaboration with the Windber Research Institute (WRI). WRI, which has distinguished itself through its pioneering research and programs in areas including breast cancer, health promotion, and disease prevention, is a key player in the future health and well-being of people all over the world. The collaboration connects Pitt-Johnstown faculty and students with WRI scientists on projects, student internships, and real-world opportunities.
Grants Services
Pitt-Johnstown’s Grants Services Office aids in soliciting funding for approved projects by both faculty and staff, and insures compliance with University guidelines governing grant-seeking and grants administration.