The Asia Research Institute (ARI)’s Undergraduate Research Fellows Program develops and supports undergraduate student research interest in Asia.
The Asia Research Institute (ARI)’s Undergraduate Research Fellows Program welcomes any enrolled UB undergraduate student who is invested in the study of Asia, interested in becoming part of a community of scholars at UB involved in Asia-related research, and committed to becoming an active member of ARI. A few highlights of the fellowship include: gaining experience in conducting research on a country or region(s) of Asia, participating in an academic conference, and serving as liaisons between ARI and the campus community.
Selected through a competitive application process, undergraduate fellows receive:
- Mentorship and guidance in research methods and preparing a research paper for presentation at a spring 2025 conference.
- One credit per semester for successful participation in the program.
- Membership in a community of undergraduates committed to Asian studies and recognition by the ARI community.
- Invitation to special events and meetings with distinguished guests.
- Competitive advantages for ARI funding opportunities.
- Opportunities to engage with UB faculty on research, academic writing, and career mentoring.
- Opportunity to present a paper at an undergraduate or other academic conference in spring 2025.
Undergraduate Fellows are expected to:
- Register for AS 496, which requires weekly meetings to discuss research methods, individual research projects, and other Asia-related activity at UB.
- Attend at least two public ARI events per semester. Liaisons may be asked to provide event support, as needed.
- Complete a 15-page research paper on issues related to Asia.
- Complete other written assignments related to the research paper, including a literature review and proposal.
- Present the research paper at an appropriate spring 2025 conference, which could include the Korean Studies Undergraduate Exchange Conference, Undergraduate Conference on South Asia, or other academic conference as opportunities arise. UB faculty will serve as faculty advisors for the research project.