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The purpose of the Graduate Research Employment program is to provide support for graduate students to engage in research and creative scholarship under the guidance of a faculty mentor.

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Research

At WCU, you'll have unlimited opportunities to follow and test your hypotheses—whether you're faculty or an undergraduate or graduate student.

Whether you’re a seasoned researcher or you’ve not yet undertaken a research project, we have the knowledge and tools you’ll need as you develop your proposal and search for funding—from formsresources and references to information on export controlhuman subjects, and institutional animal care and use.

You may choose to work solo or as part of a team through faculty-student research and partnerships with off-campus entities. No matter what, our team will support you every step of the way and you'll have access to experts in every field of study, chances to present your research on campus at symposiums and off campus at professional meetings, and an ideal learning environment in WCU's professional-level facilities and equipment.

What projects and events are going on? Catch up on news and events or download the latest issue of Research (PDF) and read about the recent achievements of our faculty.

Questions? Browse our F.A.Q.s or contact us. We look forward to supporting your research and creative endeavors.

 

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