Diamond Research Scholars

The application for the 2023 program is now CLOSED.

Program Description

The Diamond Research Scholars Program provides Temple undergraduates the opportunity to engage in a focused, mentored research or creative arts project during the summer and fall. The program requires that students participate in the all-day Undergraduate Research Institute, devote ten weeks during the summer to develop a research project in their area of interest under the direction of their faculty mentor, and complete the project during the fall semester while registered for an independent study/research course.

Eligibility

Current full-time undergraduates from all Temple schools and colleges
Minimum 3.25 cumulative GPA
Rising Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors
Full-time undergraduate enrollment at Temple during the fall of the academic year following the summer research experience--preference will be given to applicants also enrolling in the spring
Attendance at the required, in-person, all-day Undergraduate Research Institute on Friday, May 10, 2024
Have identified and reached out to a full-time Temple faculty member who has agreed to serve as their faculty mentor for the entire length of the program *
Ability to devote full-time work on the research/creative project during the 10 week summer program (no additional job, internship or summer coursework is permitted)
Students with a Merit Scholarship Stipend available may apply but must use stipend for the program
Can apply for but not accept additional fellowships/scholarships for the proposed Diamond Research Scholars project

* Applicants must reach out to prospective faculty mentors independently. The program does not match students with mentors. Please see the "Mentors" section below for faculty mentor guidelines to share with prospective mentors.

Undergraduate Research Institute Activities

General Timeline for Project- Summer/Fall

Focus on project for 10 weeks (roughly mid-May to Aug. 1)
Preliminary Presentation on project in late July or early August
Register for a 1-3 credit independent study/research course during fall semester
Fall update meeting
Final papers/projects are due to mentors by December. Revised, polished versions are to be submitted to the Symposium for Undergraduate Research and Creativity.
Gather in December with mentors for a celebratory reception

Stipend

Information for Mentors

How to Apply

Students should review the tips for preparing a strong application here and then access the application using the link below. Applicants will typically be notified of their status by mid-March.

Diamond Research Scholars application

Students are expected to present their project at various events both formal and informal throughout the year. Revised versions of the completed work shall be submitted for the spring semester Symposium for Undergraduate Research and Creativity (formerly TURF-CreWS). Students should strive to publish their research papers and/or present their creative works in a public forum.

If you have questions, please email: DiamondResearchScholars@temple.edu

Program Contact:

Anisha Bhat
Assistant Director for Undergraduate Enrichment
Undergraduate Studies

Emily Moerer
Associate Vice Provost
Undergraduate Studies

Undergraduate Studies

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