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Summer Collaborative Research<\/h1>\n\n\n\n
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If you’re looking for a unique research experience and your semester schedules are already full, Summer Collaborative Research (SCR) might be for you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Charlie Peck, Professor of Computer Science, teaches students about drone repair and maintenance. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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What is SCR? <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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As part of Earlham’s student-faculty research emphasis, SCR is a paid opportunity to immerse yourself in cutting-edge scholarship opportunities with like-minded students\u2014all while under the mentorship of a faculty expert. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

While many SCR projects take place on campus, some are offered at sites throughout the country and even overseas. Students often present their research at Earlham’s annual Epic Expo and have accompanied faculty mentors to regional and national professional conferences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Earlham has a rich history of providing SCR experiences for students. Through the generosity of donors, we fund roughly 50 students in 20 projects per year. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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What can you expect?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Working and learning side-by-side with peers and faculty mentors enhances the experience for all\u2014and not only in terms of stronger project results. SCR student participants also increase their comfort with collaboration and teamwork.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In addition, more than 90 percent of student participants have stated they gained the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n