Literature reviewed for the project is thorough and appropriate. Project is well designed with clear methodology. Proposed analysis/statistics are appropriate for the study design. The proposal is well written and easy to understand. The scientific significance of the project is clear. Project adds to understanding of ecosystems at Pierce Cedar Creek Institute and/or Barry County. 2. Student Qualifications Student(s) have the appropriate scientific background and skills to complete the project. 3. Quality of Student(s) / Faculty Collaboration Clear description of responsibilities. Preference will be given to projects that will be collaborating with URGE projects and/or includes research that will inform the land management decisions of the Institute. 4. Quality of Learning Experiences Is the student involved in a broad spectrum of research, scholarship, and creative activities? Are there plans to disseminate the results (research presentation, paper, or poster)? 5. Budget Reasonable, allowable costs and sufficient detail to justify project expenses. 6. Faculty and Student Commitment Students and faculty should be involved with this project throughout the year. A schedule must be submitted that provides evidence that the student will not have other commitments (e.g., a full summer workload or long planned absences) that detract from their ability to conduct the research. Researchers are responsible for updating their work schedule at the beginning of the summer research season (May 2018) and keeping the Institute informed of changes in plans that would affect the completion of the research project. If Institute staff members observe a lack of commitment by the grantees, a conference will be scheduled with the student and faculty advisor. A written summary of the outcome of the conference and actions to be taken will be sent to each participant. Continued lack of commitment will result in a reduction in stipend. Expectations of Graduate Student Researchers Involved in research at Pierce Cedar Creek Institute Conduct a full-time research project, 30 to 40 hours a week, as outlined in the grant proposal submitted. Total time committed to the project should be at least 400 hours and can include work done at the Institute and off-site. An updated work plan shall be provided to the Institute prior to the start of the summer field season. Attend an orientation meeting April 14, the progress report meeting June 28, along with the final report meeting September 29.
Literature reviewed for the project is thorough and appropriate. Project is well designed with clear methodology. Proposed analysis/statistics are appropriate for the study design. The proposal is well written and easy to understand. The scientific significance of the project is clear. Project adds to understanding of ecosystems at Pierce Cedar Creek Institute and/or Barry County. 2. Student Qualifications Student(s) have the appropriate scientific background and skills to complete the project. 3. Quality of Student(s) / Faculty Collaboration Clear description of responsibilities. Preference will be given to projects that will be collaborating with URGE projects and/or includes research that will inform the land management decisions of the Institute. 4. Quality of Learning Experiences Is the student involved in a broad spectrum of research, scholarship, and creative activities? Are there plans to disseminate the results (research presentation, paper, or poster)? 5. Budget Reasonable, allowable costs and sufficient detail to justify project expenses. 6. Faculty and Student Commitment Students and faculty should be involved with this project throughout the year. A schedule must be submitted that provides evidence that the student will not have other commitments (e.g., a full summer workload or long planned absences) that detract from their ability to conduct the research. Researchers are responsible for updating their work schedule at the beginning of the summer research season (May 2018) and keeping the Institute informed of changes in plans that would affect the completion of the research project. If Institute staff members observe a lack of commitment by the grantees, a conference will be scheduled with the student and faculty advisor. A written summary of the outcome of the conference and actions to be taken will be sent to each participant. Continued lack of commitment will result in a reduction in stipend. Expectations of Graduate Student Researchers Involved in research at Pierce Cedar Creek Institute Conduct a full-time research project, 30 to 40 hours a week, as outlined in the grant proposal submitted. Total time committed to the project should be at least 400 hours and can include work done at the Institute and off-site. An updated work plan shall be provided to the Institute prior to the start of the summer field season. Attend an orientation meeting April 14, the progress report meeting June 28, along with the final report meeting September 29.
2018PCCI-graduatestudentApplication.docx