Overview
One of the most fundamental components of Title III is student-faculty research, which will allow students to take what they have learned in the classroom and apply their knowledge to real-life experiences via applied research projects. The Title III Project Director will coordinate the research program and promote MHC as an engaged learning community that is identified by rich student—mentor relationships.
Student-Faculty Research Initiatives
- Participate in faculty development (i.e.: workshops, conferences, peer institution visits)
- Explore research opportunities in various MHC disciplines and programs
- Publicize research activities in print and on website
- Develop long-term strategies for future research
Title III Student-Faculty Research Goals
- Year 2: individual students and teams compete for funds for 15 on-campus formal presentations
- Years 3 & 4: funding provided for 3 of the best to be submitted to state, regional, or national conferences
- Year 5: funds included for department teams (student and faculty) to propose research projects, with one project funded in each of the five divisions
- Endowment challenge: Title III will fund $120,000 to endow the student—faculty research program. Mars Hill College must match federal funding with $120,000. A total of $240,000 will establish the endowment fund for continuing student-faculty research projects.