[nabs-l] Working with Universities

[Anna Givens]

This was a general question I am trying to get some information on.  I personally am in biology, and would love to assist in research in that field.  But I currently am not in school and was just asking a general question to anyone about this topic.  And wondering what some of the challenges may be.  

Anna E Givens

On Jul 30, 2013, at 4:01 AM, Greg Aikens <gpaikens at gmail.com> wrote:

> I especially like the lit review option because its something you have to do anyway if you are pursuing any kind of advanced degree.  Helping professors doing lit reviews helps deepen your understanding of the field and the literature that already exists.  It's also great practice for your thesis.  
> 
> I have also conducted educational research on a masters level.  To echo, Arielle and Lucy, let us know more specific questions you may have and we may be able to help more.
> 
> -Greg
> 
> On Jul 27, 2013, at 8:30 PM, Lucy Sirianni <lucysirianni at earthlink.net> wrote:
> 
>> Hi Anna,
>> 
>> I've assisted professors with research as well as teaching both as an undergraduate and graduate student.  It's always been a fantastic experience that has helped me form relationships with professors and more fully understand their work.  The opportunities I've had to work with professors helped me decide to pursue a career as a professor myself, and they've also been great for my résumé, aiding me in finding scholarships, getting into a Ph.D.  program, etc.  I'd highly recommend this type of work and think that, assuming the professor in question is open to working with you (which he or she of course should be), there shouldn't be any blindness-related issues; just ask for the accommodations you need, as you would in a classroom setting.  If you have any additional questions, feel free to let me know.  And as Arielle points out, if you let us know the field in which you might be working, some of us on this list might be able to offer more specific advice.
>> 
>> Lucy
>> 
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>>> I am wondering how many of you have worked with your colleges
>> assisting with research in some way.  When working with a professor in this way, what were some of the good and bad things you encountered in getting involved.
>> 
>>> Anna E Givens
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