The BEACoN Research Mentoring Program, run by the Office of University Diversity & Inclusion, is looking for its next cohort of BEACoN Scholars, with research projects within all six colleges and the Kennedy Library! Centering underrepresented students, but open to all undergraduates, BEACoN seeks to make research accessible, providing students with funded research opportunities working with faculty mentors. In addition to research experience, BEACoN Scholars gain access to professional development workshops and community events, fostering a sense of belonging.
Selected students will engage with faculty during winter and spring quarters and receive a $2,000 quarterly stipend ($4,000 total) distributed via financial aid while gaining research experience and participating in professional development events within the BEACoN Program.
Please view all available research projects at https://diversity.calpoly.edu/2026-beacon-research-projects and apply at tinyurl.com/BEACoNScholar26 or via the flyer QR code attached. Students may apply for up to three projects. For questions, email beacon@calpoly.edu.
Lastly, consider attending a BEACoN Info Session or Student Hours with Dr. Bennion to learn more about the program and get your questions answered!
- BEACoN Info Sessions (a few informational slides), followed by Q & A
- Dr. Bennion’s Student Hours: Ask questions and/or even bring your current version of your application if you’re looking for tips!
- Mondays, Nov. 10 and Nov. 17 from 3:10 to 5 p.m. on Zoom
