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The
Ronald E. McNair Scholars Institute at UNLV is committed
to diversifying
the ranks of American faculty and research institutions
by encouraging and preparing undergraduate students who
are members of underrepresented groups to pursue doctoral
studies.
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Students Who:
- Have completed at least 59 credits.
- Have a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA.
- Qualify as a low-income and a first-generation college student or as a member of a group underrepresented in graduate education.
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If
you are thinking about attending a graduate or professional
school, undergraduate research training is a necessity.
Having undergraduate research experience when applying
to graduate school demonstrates you are interested in learning
how to apply your knowledge to real-world problem solving.
Research training will also give you the skills and knowledge
essential for success in the workplace.
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- Paid
research internship under the guidance of faculty members
- Preparation
for doctoral education
- Travel
funds to attend professional conferences
- Participation
in the McNair Scholars Program
- Participation
in the annual McNair Scholar Symposium
- Admission
fee waivers from participating institutions
- Strengthening
of academic skills
- Contact
with students in your field of interest
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There
is no charge other than your commitment to education. Your
future is your responsibility!
To
obtain an application and more information about the McNair
Scholars
Institute, stop by the Center for Academic and Enrichment
and Outreach at UNLV. For more information about eligibility requirements,
please contact our office at (702) 895-4777. We are open
Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m., excluding holidays.
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Contact:
Terri Bernstein
Academic and Retention Coordinator
Email:
terri.bernstein@unlv.edu
Deanna R. Davis
Director for Academic Enrichment
Email:
deanna.davis@unlv.edu
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CENTER
FOR ACADEMIC ENRICHMENT AND OUTREACH
MCNAIR SCHOLARS INSTITUTE
Reynolds Student Services Complex
4505 Maryland Parkway Room 201
Box 452006
Las Vegas, NV 89154
Tel
702.895.4777 Fax:
702.895.4786
Off
campus location Executive
Center West
1455 E. Tropicana Avenue, Suite 650
Las Vegas, NV 89119
Tel 702.774.4545 Fax
702.774.4333
(mail
delivery is not available at this location) |
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"Whether
or not you reach your goals in life depends
entirely on how well you prepare for them
and how badly you want them."
-Ronald
E. McNair, Ph.D.
Challenger
Astronaut, 1950-1986 |
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