What is REU?

The Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) site at Florida International University (FIU) provides research experience to undergraduate students during a 10 week summer program. The research projects during the summer program will be centered around the theme of Numerical Computing and Optimization in Multidisciplinary Application: Method and Software. Students will improve the understanding of the nature of research practice and scientific reasoning and learn the process of conducting research and hands-on knowledge of applied and basic research.

Why REU at FIU?

There are several reasons to apply to the REU program at FIU (Application Instructions are accessible on the sidebar):

• Students will be paid $4,000 for doing some cutting-edge research!

• Out-of-town students are provided with housing and travel expenses.

• Students will work on cutting-edge research in the area of Numerical Computing and Optimization in Multidisciplinary Applications, in team-oriented projects where each student gets to learn from his or her team-mates and building critical social interaction and communication skills.

• Provide students with a collegial partnership experience with faculty and peers.

• Improve oral and written comprehension and communication of technical knowledge.

• Spark an interest in continuing relevant research in graduate.

• And of course, students will spend a summer in Miami with its excellent Beaches and warm waters!

Nature of Activities for Minority Students

• Active Learners as Members of a Research Community

• Workshops and Seminars

  • Heuristics in Picking up Specific Research Skills
  • How to apply and Succeed in Graduate School
  • Technical & Professional Seminars
  • Weekly Invited Talks on Emerging Research
  • Journal Club

   

• Faculty and Peer Mentoring

• Recreation and Social Activities