Undergraduate research in the social sciences

Haroldschicken
Mon, 06 Jan 2014 00:07:47 +0000

Can anyone shed some light on undergraduate research opportunities in the social sciences available at UChicago? I am a second year sociology major who is seriously considering graduate school and would like to prepare myself with some relevant research experience. Most of the RA positions that I’ve seen on sites such as studentemployment.uchicago have been in the sciences (Biology, etc), with an occasional econ listing. Is it more effective to email or speak directly with professors about your research interests and skills and ask if there are any opportunities for undergraduates in their projects? Has anyone tried this before and would be willing to share some advice (how to ask, what to bring, who to approach)? Thanks!