Activities and Benefits

McNair Scholars participate in a wide variety of activities and receive many benefits from their participation in the program. They include but are not limited to:

Hands-on Research
Work one-on-one with a faculty mentor to develop and complete a research project,

Personal Development
Work one-on-one with peers and staff to build your confidence and abilities,

Professional Development
Develop the skills and knowledge you need for your future,

Exam Preparation
Extensive tutoring and preparing for the GRE during the summer research program,

Technology
Laptop loaners and exclusive computer labs available for McNair student use,

Networking
Connect with a large web of students, staff, and faculty at Oswego and beyond,

Mentoring
Work closely under the guidance of interested faculty,

Personalized Support
McNair works with you to meet your needs and help you find your potential.

McNair Scholars participate in a variety of workshops during the academic year and during the summer research program. All the informative sessions are presented in either a seminar or workshop format.  These sessions are provided to assist in the process of choosing appropriate graduate programs, preparing for graduate school entrance exams, locating potential resources available to help pay for graduate school while managing and surviving the application process. Other workshops will be scheduled to assist those in polishing writing skills, expanding basic knowledge with computer software or perfecting presentation skills.