The P.U.P.P.Y. Lab invites driven undergraduate students to work with us!
Why get involved in research?
To support your career goals
No matter what career path you plan to pursue, research training is incredibly valuable. Research experience is essential for students who wish to pursue graduate studies in clinical or experimental psychology. For those who intend to pursue other professional paths, it is a major asset that will set you apart from others. Students who plan to join the workforce immediately upon graduation are often surprised to learn how much prospective employers value research experience, as it demonstrates conscientiousness, critical thinking, and the ability to work with others. This also enables students to personally connect with Dr. Candace Lapan, which can be helpful in mentorship and building professional references.
For social support
In addition to gaining research experience, you will enjoy the friendship and collaboration that comes with working in a lab. Many of our students have made new friendships and supporters in the P.U.P.P.Y. Lab. Joining the P.U.P.P.Y. Lab can be a great way to make new connections on and off campus.
No matter what career path you plan to pursue, research training is incredibly valuable. Research experience is essential for students who wish to pursue graduate studies in clinical or experimental psychology. For those who intend to pursue other professional paths, it is a major asset that will set you apart from others. Students who plan to join the workforce immediately upon graduation are often surprised to learn how much prospective employers value research experience, as it demonstrates conscientiousness, critical thinking, and the ability to work with others. This also enables students to personally connect with Dr. Candace Lapan, which can be helpful in mentorship and building professional references.
For social support
In addition to gaining research experience, you will enjoy the friendship and collaboration that comes with working in a lab. Many of our students have made new friendships and supporters in the P.U.P.P.Y. Lab. Joining the P.U.P.P.Y. Lab can be a great way to make new connections on and off campus.
How can I get involved?
You can earn course credit via PSYC499 (Internship in Psychology) or PSYC490 (Research Experience). You may also choose to participate on a volunteer basis, or sometimes work study. Work study is contingent upon funding availability.
Involvement in the P.U.P.P.Y Lab requires approval of Dr. Candace Lapan (i.e., you cannot register for these opportunities on your own through WinLink). Please contact Dr. Candace Lapan directly to determine whether we are currently accepting new students into the lab.
Involvement in the P.U.P.P.Y Lab requires approval of Dr. Candace Lapan (i.e., you cannot register for these opportunities on your own through WinLink). Please contact Dr. Candace Lapan directly to determine whether we are currently accepting new students into the lab.
What are the requirements?
- Those who want course credit must register for 3 credit hours (i.e., 9 hours of availability per week).
- Attendance at weekly lab meetings (typically in the late afternoon or early evening on a weeknight)
- Must be available during regular work hours (i.e., 8 a.m.–5 p.m.)
- Due to the fact that we work with children and families, students should have at least some evening and weekend availability
- Minimum GPA of 3.0
If interested in joining the P.U.P.P.Y. Lab team, email Dr. Candace Lapan directly.