In short, I reasoned that an institution that provides such a unique opportunity to its students must be the right choice for me. Several faculty members working with other Blugold Fellowship recipients also have indicated the program appears to have helped students finalize decisions to attend UW-Eau Claire. The value of the program is multifaceted. Students learn research skills and how to work with others, Cassidy said. It provides an early connection with faculty and exposure to the university as a learning community.
Some students come in undecided about their major.
I think this gives them a unique opportunity to do some exploration and may help them determine what they want to study. Talented students allow us to do really great things.