Students can enrich their educational experience by conducting research on a wide
variety of business topics. Participating in undergraduate and graduate research
can provide opportunities for you to:
Develop a range of transferable skills
Improve your communication skills
Sharpen your critical and analytical thinking skills
Develop mentoring relationships
Develop creativity, problem-solving, and intellectual independence
Find opportunities to present and publish your ideas
Explore career and graduate education options
Cultivate an understanding of research design and methodology
Funding opportunities for research are available from on-campus sources, including
the College of Business and the Office of Student Research and Innovation.
Resources offered by the Office of Student Research and Innovation:
Student Travel Award grants: highly competitive mini-grants for up to $1,000 (international travel) and $750
for domestic travel.
Having the opportunity to conduct and present our research has better prepared me
for many situations even after graduation. This experience taught me things beyond
classroom learning that will stick with me throughout my continuing education and
career.
Keith Groll
Finance ('24)
I would like to thank the College of Business for the opportunity to attend the conference
for 3 years running. My experience with SOBIE has become so invaluable, I have acquired
so much experience and knowledge. This experience took me out of the classroom and
gave me opportunities that I wouldn't have otherwise received. My network of influence
will never be the same and I am excited for the future.
Ashleigh Knoll-Harris
Marketing (‘18)
The opportunity to learn and lead in undergraduate research at Austin Peay has continued
to help me in the classroom and in my career. Working 1:1 with my professor and research
partner allowed me to ask questions, participate in discussions, and to develop skills
that are applicable in all aspects of business. I now have a strong mentor in the
College of Business and a lifetime friend that continue to support me and be my biggest
allies throughout my career.
Terry Damron
Instructor of Marketing
Through undergraduate research partnerships, my students and I have the opportunity
to explore topics that pique our curiosity, building on conversations and questions
that emerged during our work in prior courses. It is extremely fulfilling work.
Bailey Carruth
Marketing (‘18)
Having the opportunity to conduct and present our research has better prepared me
for many situations even after graduation. This experience taught me things beyond
classroom learning that will stick with me throughout my continuing education and
career.
Keith Groll
Finance ('24)
I would like to thank the College of Business for the opportunity to attend the conference
for 3 years running. My experience with SOBIE has become so invaluable, I have acquired
so much experience and knowledge. This experience took me out of the classroom and
gave me opportunities that I wouldn't have otherwise received. My network of influence
will never be the same and I am excited for the future.
Ashleigh Knoll-Harris
Marketing (‘18)
The opportunity to learn and lead in undergraduate research at Austin Peay has continued
to help me in the classroom and in my career. Working 1:1 with my professor and research
partner allowed me to ask questions, participate in discussions, and to develop skills
that are applicable in all aspects of business. I now have a strong mentor in the
College of Business and a lifetime friend that continue to support me and be my biggest
allies throughout my career.
Terry Damron
Instructor of Marketing
Through undergraduate research partnerships, my students and I have the opportunity
to explore topics that pique our curiosity, building on conversations and questions
that emerged during our work in prior courses. It is extremely fulfilling work.
Bailey Carruth
Marketing (‘18)
Having the opportunity to conduct and present our research has better prepared me
for many situations even after graduation. This experience taught me things beyond
classroom learning that will stick with me throughout my continuing education and
career.
Contact Us
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