UMass' Research and Extension Experiences for Undergraduates (REEU) Internship Program

By The UMass REEU Team

Join us as we explore the intersection of education, research, and community impact. In each episode, we unravel the layers of the REEU internship, discovering how it bridges the gap between scientific research and public education. Listen in as we delve into the transformative potential for undergraduates, positioning themselves for thriving careers or advanced science degrees through REEU's cross-disciplinary adventures. Along the way, we explore the vital role of Extension programs in enhancing education and fostering a deeper connection between research and real-world applications.

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The 2022 Experience

UMass' Research and Extension Experiences for Undergraduates (REEU) Internship ProgramOct 31, 2023

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The 2023 Experience

Listen in to hear what the 2023 REEU cohort spent their summer doing (besides having lots of laughs!). Projects this year included herbicide alternative weed management research, elementary and middle school agricultural education, pollinator and other beneficial insect research and more. The team consisted of students from UMass Holyoke Community College and Greenfield Community College.

Music credit: "Autumn Traces" by 1st Contact. Source: Free Music Archive and license type (CC BY-SA)

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artist page: https://freemusicarchive.org/music/1st-contact/

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The 2022 Experience

In 2022, the UMass Extension Fruit Team and Stockbridge School of Agriculture launched its inaugural season of a five year internship experience. Each year, a new cohort of students will join Dr. Jaime Piñero and his team to teach students about opportunities in the world of agriculture from seed to classroom.

Oct 31, 202333:56