Student Organization for Academic Research
The Student Organization for Academic Research (SOAR) is a university-wide student organization dedicated to promoting student engagement in research, scholarship, creativity, and innovation across all academic disciplines at Austin Peay State University.
Open to undergraduate and graduate students from every college, SOAR provides opportunities for students to explore research, connect with peers and faculty mentors, develop scholarly skills, and gain valuable experience that can enhance career readiness.
What SOAR Does
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Host monthly brown-bag discussion sessions featuring student, faculty, and guest presentations.
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Provide research training workshops covering topics such as:
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Literature reviews
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Research design
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Data collection
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Data analysis
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Academic writing
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Conference presentations
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Create and publish a student scholarly newsletter highlighting research, creative activities, awards, publications, and presentations by APSU students.
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Support networking and collaboration among students interested in research from all academic disciplines.
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Offer opportunities to brainstorm new research and creative projects.
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Increase awareness of undergraduate and graduate research opportunities available at APSU.
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Promote student participation in conferences, symposiums, grant opportunities, and scholarly events.
Whether you are actively conducting research, interested in exploring scholarship, or simply curious about how research can benefit your academic and professional future, SOAR welcomes students at all experience levels.
For additional information about SOAR, please contact:
Dr. Frank Ferdik
Director, Office of Undergraduate Research and Innovative Learning
ferdikf@apsu.edu | URIL@apsu.edu