The fifth annual Pathways will be held at Tarleton State University on Nov. 2-3.
Pathways is a research symposium that has recently been kicked off by the A&M University System to help students share their research findings and theses amongst other students, professors, and experts who will be judging them.
“Pathways is a forum that encourages students, whether they are in their undergraduate or graduate studies. It is a great opportunity for students to share their research. It’s a great venue and opportunity for students to share their findings to their peers. It’s important for students to get involved in their research and to share their findings. It gives students a chance for different educational activities at other campuses. If a program is not offered here on this campus, they can see where they would like to go through this program,” Dr. Allan D. Headley, dean of Graduate Studies & Research, said.
The fourth annual Pathways symposium, that was held last year, had over 300 students in attendance and was held at Prairie View A&M University.
The program is not free in itself, but students can be funded through the graduate college.
Those wanting to attend, but not wanting to present, will have to fund themselves for this program.
Students will be judged by professors and experts in their field of research. Prizes will be given out, including cash and scholarship opportunities.
If a student decides to transfer from their current university to a university within the A&M-System, they are given a scholarship opportunity. Students can start by talking to their graduate college.
Axa Lima, a graduate student at A&M-Commerce said, “It sounds like a really interesting idea. I would defiantly look into this program. It’s a great opportunity and I think it’s important for students to be more involved in their research.”
This symposium is not limited to graduate students. Undergraduate students are encouraged to attend and present their findings or attend this event to see the opportunities that are out there. This gives students a chance to see what other universities offer.
Carmen Azuara, an undergraduate at A&M-Commerce said, “I would do it because it’s beneficial to me as a student. It doesn’t hurt to see other people’s research. Since I’m graduating soon, it would give me a chance to see the opportunities to pursue my graduate degree. It would be beneficial to the students to see research done by other students from different universities.”