Applications are now being accepted for The College of Optical Sciences at the University of Arizona Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) program. Our program is Research in Optics (RiO) and we are now accepting applications for summer 2018 with a deadline of February 15, 2018. 

Our college is internationally recognized for its innovative research programs. Our research covers a broad set of technologies and techniques for using the properties and applications of light, touching virtually every field of science and industry. Our faculty are innovative and decorated — and constantly expanding the boundaries of optics knowledge. Apply to become part of the experience with the RiO program!

During the 10-week summer program, a maximum of 7 students will engage in world-class optical sciences research and will learn of the versatile application of optics. 

Participants will also:

•          Learn valuable public speaking skills
•          Give a presentation on their work 
•          Showcase their research at a poster session
•          Complete a GRE prep course & take the GRE exam
•          Receive research credit

REU students will be offered a stipend in addition to lodging. This program is geared towards students in the STEM fields and open to rising juniors and seniors or second year community college students. The University of Arizona is an equal opportunity employer; under-represented minorities and women are especially encouraged to apply.

For more information or to apply, please visit: http://www.optics.arizona.edu/research-in-optics.

Thank you,

Melissa

Melissa Sarmiento Ayala, M.Ed.| Sr. Academic Advisor
The University of Arizona
College of Optical Sciences
Meinel Room 403D
520.626.6737  
mayala@optics.arizona.edu