The Maximizing Access to Research Careers Undergraduate Student Training in Academic Research (MARC U*STAR) Program at the University of Rhode Island held its highly anticipated Annual Research Symposium, showcasing the impressive accomplishments of its trainees and their groundbreaking research. Held on April 6, 2024, the symposium gathered MARC scholars, faculty mentors, and esteemed guests from […]

In a moving address at the Rhode Island State House this month, Camila Cersosimo, a senior MARC U*STAR trainee majoring in Chemical Engineering, shared the story of her academic journey and how undergraduate research transformed her life plans. She presented her testimony alongside University of Rhode Island President Marc Parlange and Interim Vice President for […]