The 2008 Zimmer Award PROGRAM
for Undergraduates in
Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering
University at Buffalo

The Zimmer Award Program is intended to reward and encourage the scholarship of undergraduate students within the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering. Applicants should be current full time students pursuing a BSME or BSAE Degree. An overall UB grade point average of 3.25 or higher is required at the time of application. The program includes support for academic year independent study or for a summer research experience as described below.

Zimmer Research Scholar Award*

The purpose of the Research Scholar Awards is to encourage well-prepared undergraduates to participate in research oriented projects during the academic year (normally as Seniors). Applicants are expected to have been in contact with their proposed advisor to discuss potential research areas of interest. A brief statement describing the planned research project should accompany the application. Zimmer Research Scholars are required to register for academic credit for their project by enrolling in the undergraduate research course MAE 498 for 1-3 credits during the semester of the award (three credits of MAE 498 may be used as a Technical Elective). Student Awards of $1,000. A supplemental award of up to $500 may be requested during the course of the project for equipment, supplies, or travel.

Zimmer Summer Scholar Award*

The purpose of the Summer Scholar Awards is to facilitate a summer research experience for students between their Junior and Senior years. Applicants are expected to have been in contact with their proposed advisor to discuss potential research areas of interest. A brief statement describing the expected research project should accompany the application. Awards of $3,000 for Junior summers.