Here's a way to get involved in some research on childhood obesity. This could be a valuable experience for those interested in: Scientific research, childhood obesity, careers in healthcare.
STRONG Kids: Fall 2011-Spring 2012
2011
The STRONG Kids research program is a comprehensive and interdisciplinary approach to the study of childhood obesity and health. The program is currently recruiting
students to assist with data collection during the Fall 2011 and Spring 2012 semester!
This opportunity will provide students with a first-hand experience working as part of a research team as well as to help them develop a working knowledge of the theory and applications of trans-disciplinary research used to guide the STRONG Kids research program.
Students will also attend class once a week and earn course credit!!!
You are eligible to participate if you :
• Have Soph., Junior or Senior standing for Fall 2011;
• Are available at least one morning per week from 8:00 a.m. -1:00 p.m.;
• Are able to attend a lab meeting every other week on Tuesdays from 5:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
For an application please visit:
http://familyresiliency.illinois.edu/SKUnderResearch.htm
Visit http://go.illinois.edu/frcstudents to learn more about:
• The STRONG Kids research program
• STRONG Kids research sub-projects
• A list of project investigators and their affiliation(s)
• FRC Undergraduate Research Program
• Examples of research activities