Program Expectations for SROP Mentors

All SROP mentors are required to:

• Attend the Welcome and Orientation for Mentors and Students, as well as the closing luncheon, dates tbd.
• Help design an appropriate research project for the student or incorporate the student into on-going research.
• Communicate a commitment to provide a well-rounded and fulfilling experience for your student.
• Meet with the student on a weekly basis to monitor progress throughout completion of the project.
• Work with the student on a rough draft and finished abstract which summarizes the research.
• Assist the student in preparing an abstract and poster for presentation at the UI Summer Undergraduate Research Conference (date tbd)
• Assist the student in preparing for an informal roundtable discussion at the CIC SROP Conference at Michigan State University (July 25-27).  Your student will also present the poster prepared for the UI Summer Undergraduate Research Conference at this event.
• Complete the 2008 Faculty Mentor Report.