<p>One of the major factors in my potential college decision is the amount of research oppurtunities said school has to offer for undergrads. Related to this, I strongly feel that hitting the ground running one's freshman year is pretty important. My question is, do most freshmen have the oppurtunity to do research their freshmen or only later down the road. I was also aware of some prerequiste classes required in the biosciences program that was needed before a student could do research. If so, is this class a burden/hindrance? Just generally I need an elaboration on research oppurtunities for freshmen. Thanks</p>
<p>I know of many freshmen who are involved in research, especially bioscience research. I think you are advised to a 1-credit seminar (meets for about 2-3 hours each week) and you should also take at least one BIO lab (BIOS 111) before starting research. These classes aren’t that much work. I don’t think there are any requirements per say, but you are recommended to take these classes. You may also want to contact the department head or professor of biosciences at Rice (go to the biology department website) and ask about freshman research opportunities. Good luck with your decision!</p>
<p>If you want something badly enough, you’ll find a way to get it. Professors won’t be advertising for freshmen to come work with them. You need to proactively seek them out and demonstrate initiative and enthusiasm to get your foot in the door.</p>
<p>Rice offers resources and opportunities for every undergraduate there. It’s up to each person to seek them out and seize the opportunities.</p>
<p>Likewise for any other university as well, including Ivies.</p>
<p>Don’t take no for an answer, be persistent and determined, and you will soon find yourself with a research position. And taking those classes that slik nik suggested would probably help, as well. ;)</p>
<p>But what I said honestly applies for any opportunity–be it a research position, job or internship–in terms of putting yourself out there and being proactive. You’ll be so much better than the next guy sitting on his bum doing nothing at all.</p>
<p>DS got into his research job (now his work/study job), just by showing up at the presentation and talking with the prof. Easy-peasy.</p>
<p>Mine was invited to join a research team toward the end of freshman year.</p>