Miami is proud to offer an impressive number of learning opportunities that extend beyond the classroom. From the creative projects of independent research to internships and study abroad, these opportunities provide practical experience, professional connections, and open doors to elite graduate programs around the world.

Participants receive the personal attention and guidance of a mentoring faculty member as well as financial assistance that often includes a salary or free room and board in addition to academic credit and a project expense allowance.

Each year, students representing a wide variety of majors enhance their college careers through extracurricular exploration and research. Whether your passion is art, public service, biology, or business, a unique educational experience is waiting for you!

		Cultivating Leadership Botany major Katie LaJeunesse helps students learn important job skills while planting gardens at two Chicago-area farms. Read more
		Culture Study by Design Junior Bill Dasso gets a taste of Italian culture while exploring architecture and design during a summer program abroad. Read more
		The Importance of Ground Work Senior Krystal Lockett seeks to protect agricultural workers from infection through her study of drug-resistant fungus. Read more
		Inside Washington Working among top government figures and behind the scenes of ”Meet the Press“ gives junior Geoff Lane a new perspective on politics. Read more
		Job Searching of a Different Kind Volunteer work at the Mid-Ohio Food Bank inspires Erin Moody to help create jobs and strengthen the economy. Read more
		On Her Way to the Top A summer internship takes senior Diana Williams to Chicago and the office of a top accounting firm. Read more
		One of the Crew Miami junior Lauren Wilcher explores communication, marketing, and public relations in the world of professional soccer. Read more
		A Private Burden for Public Health Working as a hospital intern, pre-med student Mohit Gupta finds his calling in serving the underprivileged of an inner-city community. Read more
		Reading Matters Senior Joel Neft promotes literacy by examining the reading habits of underserved urban youth. Read more
		Researching History Where It was Made A summer trip to Russia offers senior Katie Bibish a unique opportunity to enrich her study of Soviet/Russian history. Read more
		Shaping Policy through Medical Research Student Megan Brophy conducts eye disability research to provide policy makers with important information about treatment costs. Read more
		The Thrill of Discovery Junior Chris Shoemaker contributes to the exciting field of science research by studying disease-causing bacteria and publishing his findings. Read more
		The Truth About AIDS Bertranna Abrams travels to Guyana, South America to shed light on the misinformation and fear shaping perceptions about AIDS. Read more
		Working for a Green Space Junior Ashley Kuntz studies plant protein to advance development of better crops, both on earth and in space. Read more