Opportunities With Impact

The Rosenberg Research Award provides a stipend to a psychology student who is engaged in research that is developmental in nature (either directly or indirectly). 

The Crist Family Research Fellowship provides a stipend to support students in either independent or collaborative research with a faculty member of the psychology department.

These grants are intended for students who plan to engage in research or independent study that will lead to publication, presentation, exhibition or performance. They are not normally granted for participation in formal coursework, formal study abroad programs or internships. Each student who is awarded a grant will receive a stipend for eight weeks of research during the summer and one course-unit of research or independent study at no cost. Recipients who do research on campus will be provided with campus housing (based on double occupancy). Students may not have other obligations (work, course work, etc.) during the period of the grant. In addition, the student is expected to be enrolled at Muhlenberg the subsequent fall. For more information, visit the Summer Grants page.

In Summer Research Collaborations, a faculty member recruits a student as a research collaborator for the summer. That is, the student assists in a substantive way with the faculty member’s scholarship. A joint application must be submitted by the faculty member and the student. Each student who is awarded a grant will receive a stipend for either four or eight weeks of research during the summer. Optionally, the student may receive up to one course-unit of research or independent study at no cost. Recipients who do research on campus will be provided with campus housing (based on double occupancy). For more information, speak with a faculty member.

The College can fund student travel to present scholarship, to exhibit artwork or to perform. Funding in the past has gone toward local, regional and national venues of presentation. The awards are competitive. Students wishing to apply can get more information on this page of the Academic Dean's site.

These funds are distributed as available and are limited to $200. Requests should be sent to the Chair of the Department. Please include:

• the title of the research
• student name and contact information
• a brief description of the project
• the conference for which expense reimbursement is being sought
• the name(s) of the faculty sponsor

This endowed fund provides students with financial support associated with the direct costs conducting or presenting research. For example, funds may be used to pay the costs of gathering data and information, purchase necessary equipment, computer fees, copyright fees or travel to conferences to present research results. A preference is given to students conducting research in the humanities and social sciences, followed by students conducting research in the natural sciences. For more information or to apply, contact the Dean of Academic Life.

Award: $10,000
Scholarships available: 8

The Boris Lawerence Henson Foundation (BLHF) is a nonprofit organization founded in 2018 by Taraji P. Henson. The foundation is named in honor of Ms. Henson’s father, Boris Lawrence Henson, who suffered from mental health challenges as a result of his tour of duty in the Vietnam War. Our vision is to eradicate the stigma around mental health issues in the black community. African-Americans are the least likely population to seek treatment. There is a lack of trust in sharing out of fear of being misdiagnosed and labeled inadequate or weak. We are committed to changing this perception by encouraging those who suffer from this debilitating illness to get the help they need. One of our pillars is to increase the number of culturally competent therapists by offering scholarships to African-Americans who are interested in pursuing a career in the mental health field.

Eligibility:

• African-American
• College Junior or Senior with a declared major leading to a career as a mental health clinician/provider or,
• Aspiring or Current Graduate Student, Doctorate Graduate
• Major in psychology, psychiatry, family counseling, social work, or a related field that focuses on mental health
• GPA 3.0 or greater
• Enrolled as a full-time student in an accredited college or university

For more information visit, The Boris Lawrence Henson Foundation.

Muhlenberg is an institutional member of CUR so our students qualify for this funding.

Check two sites for opporunities:

• Psychology Division Travel Awards : Open to all areas of psychology.
• Social Science Division Travel Awards : Open to social psychology projects.

Psi Chi offers a variety of awards and grants to undergraduate members. They encourage you to apply for multiple grants and awards throughout your college career because you will learn from the process. Each time you complete an application, you will gain experience and insight.

For more information, visit psichi.org/awards/undergraduate.aspx

SPSSI funds a variety of grants and awards, some of which are available to undergraduates - particularly graduating seniors who will be beginning a masters or Ph.D. program. For information, visit spssi.org/awards

The Research Scholar Program provides structured educational research opportunities for undergraduate students. The summer session spans eight weeks, and the fall and spring sessions span 10 weeks each. Within each session, students apply for positions offered by health network departments. Each position involves a combination of research, as well as professional and clinical observations. The program offers educational experience for students and additionally provides valuable assistance to health network departments. For more information, visit LVHN.

This is a research driven initiative which may be of interest to Muhlenberg College students who want to work with older adults, but also an opportunity for other students to get more applied research experience. Please contact the Civic Engagement office if you want more information.

The National Science Foundation funds this highly prestigious and competitive REU Sites program. An REU Site consists of a group of ten or so undergraduates who work in the research programs of the hosting university. Each student is associated with a specific research project, where they work closely with the faculty and other researchers. This program allows students to experience first-hand how basic research is carried out on a larger scale than ours here at Muhlenberg. Students are granted stipends and, in many cases, assistance with housing and travel. Undergraduate students supported with NSF funds must be citizens or permanent residents of the United States or its possessions.  

Note: As you search for REU Sites, be aware that opportunities in the field of psychology are listed under multiple areas, including social, behavioral, and economic research. Also note that you contact each institution that is offering an REU experience individually to learn about their application requirements, deadlines and program activities. For more information, visit nsf.gov/crssprgm/reu/

APA American Psychological Association maintains a list of undergraduate research and internship opportunities from across the nation, apa.org/education/undergrad/research-opportunities.aspx