Research
is an important part of both the academic and corporate environments, and
minorities play a critical role in scientific advancement. United Negro College
Fund funded more than 300 research fellowships at the postdoctoral,
pre-doctoral and undergraduate levels to increase the exposure of minorities to
research fields and to help researchers identify talented professionals who can
lend their expertise to scientific and other research endeavors. UNCF also
recognizes the critical importance of research to faculty development, and
administers a number of programs designed to help minority professors increase
their research experience. UNCF fellows make a real contribution to the
collective advancement of humanity through unique discoveries.
Exposure to research and development fellowships significantly increase a
student or professional's ability to relate theoretical knowledge with hands-on
activity. It enhances the entire learning atmosphere, as the experience is
integrated into curricula or communicated among peers. It gives greater
relevance to classroom instruction, and ensures that the latest academic theory
is transplanted into the research arena. It also increases the pool of
potential PhDs., who can then lend their expertise to classroom instruction.
For more information, contact:
UNCF Fellowships
8260 Willow Oaks Corporate Drive
Fairfax, VA 22031
Phone: 1-800-331-2244
