Call for Student Research Initiative applications!

The Marquette AHPRC Student Research Initiative is designed to facilitate undergraduate research from different colleges across campus and support the mission and global goal of the AHPRC.

AHPRC Mission:  A leading center facilitating collaborative and innovative research in athletic, healthy and clinical populations to advance knowledge and reach beyond boundaries to optimize human performance while training the next generation of basic and applied scientists.

A global goal of the AHPRC is to facilitate interdisciplinary, collaborative, and innovative research to understand and enhance performance in athletic, healthy, and clinical populations across the lifespan while providing educational and training opportunities for the Marquette community.

Now 2026-2027 SRI applications!
View SRI Application Announcement here or below.

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About the 2026-27 SRI

• Undergraduate students (juniors and seniors) who are interested in a funded research opportunity during the academic year (2025-2026) are encouraged to apply to the Student Research Initiative program sponsored by the Athletic and Human Performance Research Center (AHPRC). Each student applicant must have an active and involved research mentor. The proposal aims must fit within the global mission and goals of the AHPRC. More detail on the goals and aims of the AHPRC can be found on the website. Awardees will receive up to $5,000 for the academic year.

Expectations of the Student

• Dedicate ~10 hours per week during both the fall and spring semesters.
• Advised by faculty mentor: Work closely with your faculty mentor and their research group.
• Participate in monthly research meetings and seminars.
  • Attend AHPRC seminar series (3-4 per semester).
  • Attend SRI program meetings.
• Final Poster or Oral Presentation
  • At Marquette (AHPRC- sponsored or other research event) OR
  • At external research conference (local or national event) 
    • Work with your mentor to present your research at a professional conference related to your field of study.

How to Apply

• Two-to-three-page application to include:

• Title page (first page): include the student and faculty names, department, college, student GPA, project title, and a 3-4 sentence summary of the goals of the project and how the project aligns with the mission of the AHPRC.

  Project Description (2-page limit): describe (1) the rationale and significance of the work; (2) the goals/objectives of the project; (3) the projected outcomes; and (4) and how you will achieve the outcomes over the academic year.

  A brief statement (½ page limit): describe how your participation in the AHPRC SRI program will help you achieve your academic and career goals.

  Supporting letter from the faculty mentor showing availability, commitment, and expertise to work with the student on the proposed research.

  Student resume (2-page limit)

  Selection will be based on the faculty-student team’s complete submission of the requirements, application, and alignment with the mission of the AHPRC.

• Supporting letter from the faculty mentor showing availability, commitment, and appropriate expertise to work with the student on the proposed research program/study.
• Student resume: 1–2-page student resume including GPA, relevant practical experience, etc

Program Timeline

• Final proposal due: Tuesday, September 8, 2026
• Notice of award: Friday, September 18, 2026
• Program Start Date: Monday, September 21, 2026
• Program End Date: May 2027

Selection 

• Proposals will be reviewed, and awardees notified by September 18, 2026.