Pathways to Research: Empowering Undergraduates, Led by McNair Scholars!

The McNair Scholars program is proud to announce the formation of a new student-led club: “Pathways to Research.” This club was developed by McNair students to address a need on campus—which is helping undergraduates connect with research opportunities, build professional relationships, and access valuable resources. The club’s motto, “Research, Connections, and Resources for Undergrads, by … Read more

Jasmine Joy Paloma, McNair Scholar Awarded BECU Foundation Scholarship!!

We are proud to announce that Jasmine Joy Paloma, a McNair scholar, has been selected as a recipient of the prestigious Boeing Employees Credit Union (BECU) Foundation Scholarship. The BECU Foundation’s mission is to foster educational opportunities by providing scholarships that reflect the credit union’s core value of “people helping people.” Through its ongoing support, … Read more

Ryan Finner, McNair Scholar Admitted to DePaul University, M.A. in Critical Ethnic Studies!

We are thrilled to announce that Ryan Finner, a dedicated and passionate student, has been accepted into the Master of Arts program in Critical Ethnic Studies at DePaul University in Chicago, Illinois. Ryan, a first-generation college student, will be graduating in Spring 2026 with a Bachelor of Arts in Africana Studies (Interdisciplinary Studies), as well … Read more

Paola Campos, McNair Scholar Accepted to PNWU Doctor of Physical Therapy Program!!

We are thrilled to congratulate Paola Campos on her acceptance into the Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program at Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences (PNWU)—an exciting milestone in her inspiring academic and professional journey. Paola is currently pursuing her Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science, with ambitious goals of earning her Doctorate of Physical Therapy. … Read more

Christopher Nava Presents Fantasy Football Research at MKN Heartland McNair Research Conference 2025!

McNair Scholar Christopher Nava recently presented at the 2025 MKN Heartland McNair Research Conference on September 19-21 in Kansas City, Missouri. He delivered an oral presentation on his project which asked: “Which Fantasy Football Platform is more accurate at predicting preseason projections?” Under the guidance of faculty mentor Dr. Alexandros Paparas, Christopher’s research examined the accuracy … Read more

Christopher Nava: McNair Scholar Excels at Nuestras Raíces Internship!

As a Marketing & Data Analytics Intern at Nuestras Raíces Centro Comunitario, Christopher Nava plays a vital role in advancing the organization’s mission to support the Hispanic/Latine community. In this position, he builds and manages the data and communication systems that underpin a range of cultural, youth, and behavioral health programs. Christopher’s technical expertise is … Read more