The Asia Research Institute (ARI) Undergraduate Fellows Program is open to students in any major who want to learn more about Asian cultures and societies, explore Asia-related careers, and help plan and volunteer for engaging academic and cultural events at UB.
Undergraduate fellows will:
ARI offers undergraduate fellows a year-long (2 semester) program that deepens their knowledge of Asia, Asian diaspora, and Asia-related careers. Undergraduate fellows become part of the Asian studies community at UB, providing input into ARI events and programs and gaining experience in event planning.
Undergraduate fellows receive one credit each semester they participate in the program.
Undergraduate fellows are encouragd to pursue projects of personal interest that could also benefit the broader Asian studies community at UB.
Students who participate actively in the Undergraduate Fellows Program may receive priority for competitive ARI student funding opportunities.
As an added benefit, ARI provides meals or refreshments at most events attended by fellows.
Undergraduate fellows commit to a year-long program. They should plan to attend monthly meetings, event planning meetings as their schedules allow, participate enthusiastically, assist with events, and generally be supportive of the work of the Asia Research Institute.
In addition to general participation, fellows write a two-page reflection paper at the end of spring semester or successfully complete a project related to ARI work. Examples of recent projects include: