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Opportunities for Undergraduates in 2016-17
Bass Connections is a university-wide initiative that brings together faculty and students—from all levels and schools—to explore real-world issues in interdisciplinary research teams.

For undergraduate students, benefits of participating in a Bass Connections project team include:
- Building research skills in a small group setting
- Applying coursework to a complex societal challenge
- Deepening grasp of an issue of interest
- Engaging with communities and organizations outside Duke
- Exploring career paths and adding heft to resume
- Enhancing honors thesis research
- Coauthoring publications
- Playing a key role in a project with faculty and graduate students
Learn more
- Explore the 2016-17 projects
- Review FAQs
- Browse stories from students on their experience
- Apply for 2016-17 project teams by February 26
Questions?
Please contact us.