Center on Trauma and Adversity Underrepresented Minority Research Scholars
Research shows that scientists and trainees from diverse backgrounds and life experiences bring different perspectives, creativity, and individual enterprise to address complex scientific problems. Diversity fosters scientific innovation, contributes to robust learning environments, and improves the quality of research.
The goal of the Center on Trauma and Adversity Underrepresented Minority Research Scholars (Research Scholars) program is to enhance the participation of individuals from racial and ethnic groups that are historically underrepresented in the behavioral and social sciences. Funding is provided to underrepresented minority students, helping them gain applied research experience, enhance their education, and successfully prepare for a variety of careers or continued higher education.
Each scholar is paired with a Trauma Center Faculty Affiliate for a semester-long research mentorship. Scholars have opportunities to participate in research workshops and trainings, present and attend national and local research conferences, and complete a capstone project related to their applied research experience.
Eligibility
- You must identify as a member of one of the following historically underrepresented minority groups: African American/Black, Native American, or Hispanic/Latinx.
- You must be enrolled at Case Western Reserve University as an undergraduate student or enrolled in the Mandel School MSSA or MNO program.
- Mandel School MSSA or MNO who have a full scholarship (e.g., Mandel Leadership Fellows) are not eligible to apply.
- Prior to beginning the Research Scholars program, you must have the CWRU Continuing Research Education Credit (CREC) certification (Group 2 Social and Behavioral Research). Directions to complete CREC certification.
- No prior research experience is required.
Academic Year 2024-2025 Opportunities
Undergraduate Research Scholars Program
This program is 1 semester (Fall, Spring, or Summer) with the opportunity to renew for additional semesters. A stipend of $1,000 per semester for CWRU students who are interested in gaining applied research experience. Research Scholars receive 5 hours a week of applied trauma research experience where they are actively engaged in an ongoing Trauma Center research project. One of the 5 hours a week will be a research Scholars meeting where scholars and mentors discuss elements of applied social science or behavioral research and educational or career goals. This meeting is also a time to create relational connections between scholars and mentors.
Graduate Research Scholars Program
This program is 1 semester (Fall, Spring, or Summer) with the opportunity to renew for additional semesters. A stipend of $1,250 per semester for Mandel School MSSA or MNO students who are interested in gaining applied research experience. Research Scholars receive 5 hours a week of applied trauma research experience where they are actively engaged in an ongoing Trauma Center research project. One of the 5 hours a week will be a research Scholars meeting where scholars and mentors discuss elements of applied social science or behavioral research and educational or career goals. This meeting is also a time to create relational connections between scholars and mentors.
Fall 2025 Applications
Due date: April 30, 2024 by midnight.
Application materials:
- Resume or CV
- Research Statement (max 2 pages) - In 2 pages or less, please describe your previous research experience (if applicable) and why you are interested in becoming a Center on Trauma and Adversity Research Scholar.
How to submit: Submit all application materials using the Google Form.
Dr. Holmes will email applicants to schedule an interview after reviewing applications.