K-State News Service
MANHATTAN — Thirty-three Kansas State University students are getting funded research experiences thanks to the College of Arts and Sciences' Undergraduate Research Award program. Award recipients conduct faculty-mentored research projects and receive $1,500 scholarships from the college.
"These paid research experiences help students deepen their expertise, practice the concepts they learn in class, and prepare for careers and graduate school," said Chris Culbertson, dean of the college. "We are committed to providing our students with research and creative opportunities and financial support to make them more attainable.
"The students' research areas span the physical, natural, social and behavioral sciences as well as the arts and humanities. They are studying topics including cancer therapeutics, fish spawning influences, music's impact on athlete performance, how individuals experience solitude, the use of dance to improve movement skills, the impact of nitric oxide on microbial competition and the impact of supportive workplace relationships outside of work.
Summer award recipients
Students who received Undergraduate Research Awards for summer 2025 included:
Allison Ricker, sophomore in fisheries, wildlife, conservation and environmental biology, Ellinwood, mentored by Loretta Johnson, professor of biology.
Fall award recipients
Mark Rack, senior in psychology and social work, Hays, mentored by Natalie Barlett, teaching assistant professor of psychology.