JOIN THE LAB
Graduate students
I accept graduate students through three programs at Pitt: Information Sciences, Intelligent Systems, and the School of Education's Human Development and Learning Sciences program. Information Sciences and Intelligent Systems have more technical coursework, while Intelligent Systems is focused on applied AI. Regardless of program, students working with me focus on applied technologies in learning and are advised to take courses across both the School of Computing and Information and the School of Education. If you are interested in joining my lab as a graduate student, feel free to reach out. Ideally, send me your CV and a concise email explaining your interest in emerging technologies (QIS/AI/NLP) and designing for learning.
Pitt undergraduate students
First Experiences in Research (FE-R) The FE-R program pairs Dietrich School undergraduates with faculty mentors for a semester-long research experience. I typically apply to be faculty mentor, taking on 3–4 students each spring. Students apply at the start of the fall term, interview with potential mentors, and if matched, conduct 5–10 hours of research per week during the spring term. More information and the student application can be found on the Dietrich School's FE-R page.
Network of Undergraduate Researchers (NOUR)
NOUR is a summer program that builds a network of SCI undergraduate students conducting research alongside faculty and PhD student mentors. Selected students receive a stipend and commit to 15 hours of research per week over the summer. I always volunteer as a mentor and typically take on 1–2 students. Applications typically open at the start of the spring term and are due in early March, so keep an eye out for the call. More information and the application can be found on the NOUR program page.
Non-Pitt undergraduate students
REU Program: This NSF-funded Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) program, hosted by Pitt's Learning Research and Development Center (LRDC), pairs undergraduate students with faculty mentors for a summer research experience in the Learning Sciences. Students receive a generous stipend and on-campus housing, and commit up to 37.5 hours per week. The program also includes professional development seminars on topics like applying to graduate school and writing a research statement. Note that the program's availability depends on securing NSF funding each cycle. I regularly volunteer as a mentor when the program runs. More information and the application can be found on the LRDC REU page.
