F.I.R.E. Starters – Ralph P Hall

The application for the 2024-2025 F.I.R.E. (Forging Interest in Research and Engagement) Starters program is now open to Virginia Tech undergraduates (specifically, rising sophomores and/or students with junior standing, or students with at least 2 years remaining at Virginia Tech).

As a global land-grant institution, Virginia Tech is committed to serving individuals and society and improving the quality of life for all. The realization of this vision rests on our ability to advance transdisciplinary research that is informed by a diverse array of lived experiences. The purpose of the F.I.R.E. Starters program is to:

increase diversity in undergraduate research at Virginia Tech,
increase access to foundational research training,
connect students with faculty research mentors, and
prepare students for independent and collaborative research, competitive summer research opportunities, and other undergraduate research experiences.

Students in all disciplines – especially in the humanities and social sciences – are encouraged to apply.

The deadline for applications is April 15, 2024

I’m pleased to announce the launch of the new F.I.R.E. (Forging Interest in Research and Engagement) Starters undergraduate research program at Virginia Tech that aims to increase access to, and training for, research opportunities for underrepresented minority students.

Students will participate in cohort learning that introduces them to transdisciplinary research and prepares them to pursue future research opportunities. Each student may receive up to $4,000 in funding.

Students in all disciplines – especially in the humanities and social sciences – are encouraged to think broadly about how their interests intersect with the theme of Environment and Society and how they could advance a research project that builds on their interests.

In addition to receiving a stipend, successful applicants will be given an opportunity to apply for up to $4,000 of additional funding to support a proposed research project.

If you are a faculty member/researcher/advisor at Virginia Tech, please encourage your eligible students to apply. Details are available here.