Research Opportunities

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Let’s meet a student who went from having no clue about what she wanted to be, to a psychology major who’s conducting research and preparing to publish papers, and present at conferences all as an undergraduate. We’re going over to Camille at the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences. Take it away.

– Thanks for that introduction, Alex. When I started looking for a college, I had no idea what I wanted to be. I chose CSUSB because I heard great things about their programs and professors, being close to home was just a bonus. As a psychology major, I searched for research opportunities pretty early on. Psychology at CSUSB is a rigorous program for both undergraduate and graduate school. However, it is giving me the experience necessary to be prepared for my graduate degree. There are tons of different research labs with great professors, such as the Infant and Toddler Lab School and the Center for Criminal Justice Research to name a few. We also have Psychology Honors where students pair up with a psychology professor to be their mentor for their last year. Not only does this allow students to network, but to conduct research. CSUSB has a whole week dedicated to research called the Meeting of the Minds, where I aspire to present my research. The research team I’m on is BEFAST, Building Executive Functions for Academic Success Training. This program gives me the honor to work with at-risk youth. We’re making connections with these students, learning about them, and they learn about us as well. Here at CSUSB, I’m learning how to conduct hands-on research and work with faculty and the community. One of the best parts about it is that I get to do this as an undergraduate. In the end, this research has helped me take the steps to become a published author and gain hands-on experience, like presenting at conferences. Whatever major you choose at Cal State San Bernardino, you won’t just learn about it, you’ll gain hands-on experience. Go, Yotes! That’s all for me. Back to you, Alex.

– Amazing job, Camille, and thank you for a truly inspiring story. There are so many research opportunities at CSUSB. You can refine your collaborative and critical thinking skills in honors programs and research labs, while clarifying your long-term academic interests and fine tuning your career options through internships and networking opportunities. Absolutely amazing, thanks again. Cybersecurity, hospitality management, and entrepreneurship are just a few of the emerging CSUSB programs that are having a big impact on students and the greater community.