Undergraduate Student Research Award (USRA) Policy

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Undergraduate Student Research Award (USRA) Policy
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Policy Details
Policy category Research
Responsible department
Graduate Studies and Research Office
Original approval date
Next review date

Policy Summary

This policy outlines the administration and allocation of Undergraduate Student Research Awards (USRAs) at Nipissing University. It establishes eligibility requirements, application and selection processes, and supervisory responsibilities to support undergraduate students in gaining research experience and exploring opportunities for future graduate studies and research careers. 

In this policy, you will find:

  • Rationale
  • Collection of Self-Identification Data
  • Allocation of Awards
  • Supervisor Eligibility
  • Supervisor’s Rights and Responsibilities
  • Changing Supervisors
  • Co-Supervision
  • Applicant Eligibility
  • Incentive for Indigenous Students
  • Selection Process
  • Evaluation Criteria
  • Evaluation Committee
  • Implicit or Unconscious Biases