The University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture (UTIA) in Knoxville is pleased to announce REACH, an annual research experience specifically for community college students.
This eight-week summer research fellowship will focus on fundamental scientific and engineering challenges relevant to producing renewable materials from non-food agricultural crops. Research disciplines include biology, chemistry, and engineering.
APPLY NOW!
We are seeking applicants with an interest in a career in a science, technology, engineering or other STEM field. Prospective REACH scholars should have completed at least one lab course in a relevant discipline.
The EARLIER, the BETTER. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
PROGRAM DATES
June 7 – July 23, 2021
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
- Get PAID for doing research!
- Attend seminars and training sessions.
- Develop leadership skills.
- Social and recreational activities
FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
- $5,000 stipend (paid in two installments)
- Travel allowance
Fellowship awards are highly competitive and space is limited. Visit the application page to find out more information about applying. Â
Funding for REACH is provided by the United States Department of Agriculture.
For more information or to apply, please contact:
Dr. Kimberly Gwinn
kgwinn@utk.edu
TINY.UTK.EDU/2021REACH