Accepted to Notre Dame REU Program - Seeking Experiences

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The discussion centers on experiences related to Notre Dame's summer Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) program. Participants express concerns about the quality of the physics program and the influence of the institution's Catholic identity on the overall experience. A specific account from a participant highlights dissatisfaction with the research opportunities provided, emphasizing the importance of advisor selection in shaping the REU experience. Overall, the feedback suggests that individual experiences may vary significantly based on mentorship and personal expectations.

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  • Understanding of REU programs and their structure
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  • Knowledge of the Catholic identity of educational institutions
  • Awareness of the importance of advisor-student relationships in research settings
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  • Learn about the role of mentorship in undergraduate research experiences
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Prospective REU participants, undergraduate students considering research opportunities, and individuals interested in the academic environment at Catholic institutions.

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I just got accepted into Notre Dame's summer REU program. I was wondering if anyone here has had any experience with Notre Dame before (or better yet, participated in their REU program).

The quality of their physics program, their on-campus living situation, the amount of religion they push (I'm not Catholic, and Notre Dame is a Catholic institution), or anything else you could tell me would be helpful. Thanks!
 
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A friend of mine (Christian, not Catholic) did that REU a few years ago. She was pretty disappointed by it overall; she didn't feel like she got any real research experience. But it really depends on who you end up working with; the wrong adviser can leave you like that anywhere.
 

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