The Importance of Undergraduate Research

Graduate school is all about research. Therefore, it shouldn't be surprising that I can't stress the importance of research experience enough. This article from ScienceCareers.org discusses the value of research experience and offers advice from students who've had some amazing experiences. There's also a wealth of info on this site about the value of research for graduate school and how to get experience. See:
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Research Experience: A Ticket to Graduate School