Science with Practice

Science with Practice is a  learning and work experience program in research and related laboratories.

The purpose of Science with Practice (SWP) is to provide opportunities for students in the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences to learn and work experientially with faculty and staff in university research laboratories, farms, greenhouses, and other units through a planned education and work experience program.

SWP facilitates student work experiences within the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences so that they can gain hands-on experience while attending college. Students are able to learn about research and related professional practices while they earn money and academic credit!

Student Benefits:

• Acquire technical agricultural and related sciences skills
• Develop organizational & planning skills
• Develop skills related to research, data collection, data analysis, and organization
• Develop/Improve skills related to human resource management
• Improve oral and written communication skills
• Better understand research and link it to higher level courses
• Better understand the linkages between science/research and practical, real-world situations/problems
• Develop an interest in research

Student Incentives:

• Opportunity to develop individualized learning experience
• Opportunity to learn through employment experiences
• Opportunity to earn academic credit for experience (AGEDS 312)
• Potential for higher hourly wage

Requirements:

• Develop a signed learning agreement outlining the purpose, goals and expectations
• Conduct up to 20 hours of experiential learning and work experience per week
• Attend SWP classes (AgEds 312)
• Submit bi-weekly journal entries reflecting on activities and experiences
• Create a portfolio and report as a summary of the SWP experience
• Develop and participate in a poster presentation