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Undergraduate Research Center

L.E.A.R.N.

L.E.A.R.N. (Leadership and Excellence Academic Research Network) is a networking platform that connects students with MTSU faculty research opportunities, allowing them to explore ongoing projects and view faculty availability.


This initiative was made possible through a collaborative partnership between the Student Organization for the Advancement of Research (SOAR), Dr. Jamie Burriss (Director of SOAR and Faculty Advisor), Zahraa Al Rubaye (Undergraduate Assistant and Biochemistry major), and Zaynab Alnassari (Founder, Web Developer, and Biology major). Together, we aim to foster meaningful connections between students and faculty, strengthening and expanding access to research opportunities across campus.


Thursday, September 4th at 4:30 pm


Contact us

Jamie Burriss, Ph.D., Director
(615) 494-7669 
Jamie.Burriss@mtsu.edu

Casey Penston, Coordinator
(615) 494-7614 
Casey.Penston@mtsu.edu