conference-related expenses and travel. These expenses must be pre-approved. Expenses are generally capped at $1,000. Student Advisory Board The Student Advisory Board (SAB) usually has 8-10 members who serve as the student voice of the program. They meet with program staff, offering input regarding programming and policies. SAB members serve as program ambassadors, talking not only with prospective students and new freshmen, but with trustees, the president, and faculty as well. They also coordinate social activities for their RCPRS peers, such as Pizza at the Nines each semester and bowling. All students are encouraged to participate in these social events. The SAB also coordinates such things as the Peer Advisory Network and summer housing. Students may apply to join the Student Advisory Board toward the end of the fall semester. Program Details by Class Year (Program Agreement) All Four I will… Maintain at least a 3.0 cumulative grade point average (GPA) Engage in research each semester for at least 6 hours per week starting in the spring of freshman year, unless on program-approved hiatus, involved in off-campus program (e.g., study abroad, engineering co-op), or on leave of absence from the university Complete an annual review in the spring Earn a favorable evaluation from my faculty mentor Submit all forms, plans, and funding requests in a complete and timely manner Not incur any expenses without prior approval, when required Seek opportunities to present my research at Cornell and elsewhere (strongly encouraged) Read and respond to program-related email and other communication Uphold the standards and ideals of the RCPRS program of integrity and ethics in research and academics Meet with program staff and/or college representatives as soon as possible if I have difficulty with any of these expectations or program requirements First Semester Freshman Year Attend all the colloquium sessions outlined by the program and by my college Complete at least three informational interviews with faculty, one of which may be an interview and site visit with my peer advisor Meet my peer advisor at least once (strongly encouraged) Second Semester Freshman Year Complete a research plan outlining my project and goals for this semester Begin research on campus Complete and submit appropriate credit or hiring form Sophomore and Junior Years Complete a second or updated research plan due early in sophomore year Submit form indicating research for credit or for wages Conduct at least one summer of full-time research, either on or off-campus Act as a peer advisor to an incoming student (strongly encouraged)
conference-related expenses and travel. These expenses must be pre-approved. Expenses are generally capped at $1,000. Student Advisory Board The Student Advisory Board (SAB) usually has 8-10 members who serve as the student voice of the program. They meet with program staff, offering input regarding programming and policies. SAB members serve as program ambassadors, talking not only with prospective students and new freshmen, but with trustees, the president, and faculty as well. They also coordinate social activities for their RCPRS peers, such as Pizza at the Nines each semester and bowling. All students are encouraged to participate in these social events. The SAB also coordinates such things as the Peer Advisory Network and summer housing. Students may apply to join the Student Advisory Board toward the end of the fall semester. Program Details by Class Year (Program Agreement) All Four I will… Maintain at least a 3.0 cumulative grade point average (GPA) Engage in research each semester for at least 6 hours per week starting in the spring of freshman year, unless on program-approved hiatus, involved in off-campus program (e.g., study abroad, engineering co-op), or on leave of absence from the university Complete an annual review in the spring Earn a favorable evaluation from my faculty mentor Submit all forms, plans, and funding requests in a complete and timely manner Not incur any expenses without prior approval, when required Seek opportunities to present my research at Cornell and elsewhere (strongly encouraged) Read and respond to program-related email and other communication Uphold the standards and ideals of the RCPRS program of integrity and ethics in research and academics Meet with program staff and/or college representatives as soon as possible if I have difficulty with any of these expectations or program requirements First Semester Freshman Year Attend all the colloquium sessions outlined by the program and by my college Complete at least three informational interviews with faculty, one of which may be an interview and site visit with my peer advisor Meet my peer advisor at least once (strongly encouraged) Second Semester Freshman Year Complete a research plan outlining my project and goals for this semester Begin research on campus Complete and submit appropriate credit or hiring form Sophomore and Junior Years Complete a second or updated research plan due early in sophomore year Submit form indicating research for credit or for wages Conduct at least one summer of full-time research, either on or off-campus Act as a peer advisor to an incoming student (strongly encouraged)