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Student and Faculty Feedback
"I am very thankful for receiving this grant and having this research experience as an undergraduate student. Many students from small colleges, such as mine, do not have the opportunity to do this type of research as undergraduates and being able to show potential employers or graduate schools this type of experience is very valuable. It shows that we have more than just book-knowledge, but that we are able to apply that knowledge in real life situations and research problems ..."
Eileen Fleischmann,
Cornerstone University
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"...The grant money provided my faculty advisor and me with the necessary equipment to complete an in -depth study with publishable results, and allowed me to intellectually experience one of the most beautiful places I have had the opportunity to explore. My favorite thing about Pierce Cedar Creek Institute was the incredible amount of biodiversity that I observed while conducting my studies. At different times within my 100-meter study area, I observed dozens of species of insects, snakes, birds and mammals, including mink and hawks. The staff at the Institute was equally awe-inspiring and never ceased to be welcoming, supportive, and empowering. The environment, both indoors and out, that the Pierce Cedar Creek Institute has to offer is truly unique and I will surely recommend this program to any undergraduate with an interest in the natural sciences."
Danielle Hunt,
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"I really enjoyed working at Pierce Cedar Creek this summer. Learning how to use the DeerCams was fun. Every week I couldn't wait to see what animals were preying upon our fake bird nests. One thing that was cool about this experience was that we could get involved with other students' projects. Paul and Kari taught me how to take birds out of the nets and how to band them. That was quite an experience. What made this summer research really fun was hanging out with the other student researchers. After work, we would shoot our bows, go fishing, go to the park, or sit out by the fire. Doing research always looks good on a resume. I would recommend this to anyone who is interested in the sciences."
Ben Heys, Cornerstone University
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"This experience will prove to be tremendously helpful in the future. I am better prepared for graduate school, and was able to look at environmental issues that interest me. In addition, I was able to learn techniques, both in the field and in the lab, which I would not have been exposed to otherwise. I'm so glad that I've had the opportunity to carry out a research project this summer."
Megan Lupek, Albion College
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