The Frederick Honors College provides guided experiences to help you understand what research looks like in your field and identify research mentors.
Honors 0008 – Foundations of Research and Scholarship
This interdisciplinary course is provided for first-year students interested in research, no matter their intended area of study. Topics in this course range from identifying faculty mentors and funding to developing research questions. Students will also learn about foundational concepts of research that are applicable to any discipline.
Individual Research Guidance/Advising
The FHC Office of Research provides individual advising sessions to help you identify research opportunities and support mechanisms on any topic! Research advising offers students: a definition of what research looks like in their field; how to get started on defining an idea and talking to faculty; and how to talk about and elevate their research.
Students interested in research should follow these steps:
- Read the FHC Research Guide.
- Discuss your interests with your FHC Academic Advisor who can help you think through how research fits into your academic plan and identify courses that cover foundational research skills in your field.
- Contact the FHC Office of Research staff with any questions at fhcresearchinfo@groups.pitt.edu.
Research Symposium & Fellowships
FHC hosts an annual Research & Creative Expression Symposium and supports students conducting research through paid summer and academic year fellowships. For more information, see the Fellowships page.