Student Research

The College of Arts and Letters provides a variety of research opportunities for graduate and undergraduate students.

Students can participate in existing faculty research projects, connect with faculty mentors, and conduct their own research activities. Hands-on research experiences support real-world learning and knowledge. Students exercise their curiosity, strengthen critical thinking, build on communication and presentation skills, and expand their networks.

Student presents research beside a poster display to a group of attendees at a crowded academic research showcase.
MSU College of Arts and Letters students present research, applied humanities, and creative scholarship annually at the University Undergraduate Research and Arts Forum.

Professional and Research Experiences

Michigan State University and the College of Arts and Letters encourage students to present their work in different venues around MSU and at state, national, and international conferences.

There are also opportunities for students to publish their work in academic journals and publications.

Find out more about:

Graduate Research
Undergraduate Research