Student Perspective
“I chose Lawrence primarily because it was a small school, and I knew that there were a lot of opportunities for undergrads. For example, as a freshman, I got into a neuroscience research lab, and I’ve been working there ever since. Most schools don’t have that opportunity open to freshmen, let alone undergrads in general.”
Jessica Smith ‘26
Biochemistry, Neuroscience
Mesa, Arizona
The Scholar Athlete | This is Lawrence
Senior Ceara Larson, Natural Sciences Interdisciplinary Major (Biology-Physics) and Viking Softball Catcher, combines her work in class and on the field to research the biomechanics of a softball swing.
Experimental Observation Rooms
Experimental observation rooms - with impressive sound and video capabilities - enable you to observe the intricacies of behavior without interfering.
Live, laugh, lab.
A key component of the neuroscience program is access to labs on Lawrence’s campus, as well as collaborations with labs at UW-Madison and beyond to provide you with hands-on experience.
Funded Research Opportunities
Good work takes good support, which is why funding for research exists. Immerse yourself in intensive research with a stipend to back your work.
The Chandler Senior Experience
You will work closely with neuroscience program faculty to develop your Senior Experience from either a psychology senior capstone, biology senior capstone, or a neuroscience independent study.
Recent Senior Experience projects include:
- Therapeutic Potential of Vitamins on Periodontitis Induced Cognitive Deficits
- Sex Specific Effects of Vitamin B on Behavior and Cognition in a Mouse Model of Ischemic Stroke
Neuroscience Outcomes
Apply your Chandler Senior Experience research to propel yourself towards advanced study, lab positions, or any number of brain-based careers.