Research universities need to develop partnerships, support teachers Funding, leadership, innovation key to expanding research programs Research experiences offer many benefits to students Industry needs driving emphasis on inquiry-based education Research universities need to let government know their value During the last decade, research universities have provided a growing array of programs that engage undergraduate students with faculty members in research, scholarship and creative work. The 1999 Wiesner Symposium on March 29 examined policy issues and resource decisions needed to continue to promote novel integrations of research and undergraduate learning. We also discussed national support of new models for teaching undergraduates at research universities. The Best Practices Workshop on March 30 showcased educational innovation in the integration of research, scholarship and undergraduate education and allowed participants to discuss the details of initiating and supporting such efforts. The Jerome B. Wiesner Symposia are organized on behalf of the University of Michigan by the Office of the Vice President for Research since 1996.
Attendance is free and open to the public, although registration is required.
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