When Prof. Coleman was in college, she got to know a close friend’s parents, who were University Professors. She really liked the life they were leading.

She wanted to emulate them. They advised her to find a “rock star” Professor whose class she really liked, and ask to do research in their lab.

She did.

That UG Research started her off into a decades-long journey into academia and research.

Prof. Coleman joins us on our podcast to talk about UG Research at Western New Mexico University, CUR’s Role, Enabling Research Online, Impact of Research, Success Stories, and Advice for High Schoolers.

In particular, we discuss the following with her:

• Prof. Jennifer Coleman’s Background
• UG Research at WNMU
• Doing Research Online
• Student Success Stories
• Advice for High Schoolers

Topics discussed in this episode:

• Introducing Prof. Jennifer Coleman, WNMU [0:45]
• Hi Fives - Podcast Highlights [2:07]
• Professional Background [4:52]
• UG Research in College [6:23]
• UG Research For All [10:08]
• Prof. Coleman’s UG Research Role [14:03]
• CUR’s Role [18:12]
• Resources for Students [21:22]
• Matching Funds [25:52]
• Why Virtual Research [28:05]
• Impact of UGR [37:12]
• Student Participation [39:50]
• Success Stories [42:48]
• Advice for High Schoolers [48:03]

Our Guest: Prof. Jennifer Coleman is a Professor of Psychology at Western New Mexico University. Prof. Coleman received the Bachelor’s Degrees in Psychology from SUNY Geneseo. She received her Master’s degree in College Teaching, and PhD in Cognitive Psychology and Psycholinguistics from the University of New Hampshire.

Memorable Quote: “...if you find the school that's right for you, then that school is awesome! That school is fantastic. So whether or not it's big, or small, whether or not it's you know, online or in person, when you find what's right for you, create the opportunities that you want to have. And I think, they will be there for you.” Prof. Jennifer Coleman.

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