Student Research Support Network

The Human Subjects Review Council, CWU’s Institutional Review Board (IRB) committee, safeguards the rights and welfare of human subjects by evaluating the risks and benefits of project research. You are required to receive approval from the HSRC before proceeding with any research involving human subjects. Please check what all this includes and excludes and be sure to follow appropriate guidelines before conducting research. 

Research Compliance Administrator, Mason Low: 

• (509) 963-3115 
• E-mail: hsrc@cwu.edu or mason.low@cwu.edu 
• Barge Hall 102 (Graduate Studies & Research) 

The Institutional Animal Care of Use Committee must approve any use of live vertebrate animals in research and teaching at Central Washington University. The IACUC has the broader goals of (1) reducing the number of animals used and minimizing any discomfort they may experience, (2) helping researchers seek alternatives to animal-based models, and (3) protecting the health and safety of those involved in research with animals. Please confirm if you need to request IACUC approval and follow appropriate guidelines before conducting research. 

IACUC Chair, Dr. April Binder:

• Email: April.Binder@cwu.edu or iacuc@cwu.edu 

The library offers a wide variety of resources and services to support students through their research! Learn more about utilizing these resources from our Library Resources Highlight video! 

The Lib Guide system is your single destination for all online library databases! As a student, access a wide variety of content that will help lead you and inform your research and creative expression!

The Learning Commons offers a wide variety of services to help students feel confident and prepared throughout each step of their research. The Learning Commons is located on the first floor of Brooks Library to the left of the front reception.

Appointments, Drop-ins, and Zoom Meeting Options

• Peer Mentoring
• Subject Specific Tutoring
• Math/Writing Tutoring
• Peer Assisted Learning (PALs)
• Exploratory Advising

Phone: (509) 963-1270
Email: learningcommons@cwu.edu

The MEC, located in Samuelson Hall, offers a wide variety of technology and services that could benefit your research. Print your SOURCE posters, attend their workshops, and more! Learn more about the resources they have available to students through our MEC Resource Highlight video! 

Journal of SOURCE

The Journal of the Symposium of University Research & Creative Expression is the official journal of the annual Symposium of University Research and Creative Expression (SOURCE) at Central Washington University (CWU). SOURCE is open to all CWU students and participating Ellensburg High School students to present research or creative works.

Check out more information on Journal of SOURCE.

IJURCA

The International Journal of Undergraduate Research & Creative Activities is a peer-reviewed journal dedicated to publishing outstanding scholarship by undergraduate students. They strive to showcase the outstanding work of Wildcats like you!

Check out more information about IJURCA.

Manastash Student Literary Journal

The CWU literary journal that has been running since 1989 is eager to showcase the work of our Wildcat community.

Check out more information about Manastash.

The McNair scholars program aims to support students throughout their undergraduate experience to be able to move forward into graduate programs. The program offers support services and funding to help their students be successful throughout their higher education journey.  

Career services help connect Wildcats with resources and opportunities that will serve them in leading successful careers and lives after leaving CWU. Career services can offer counseling and a wide variety of resources to help prepare students for life beyond school.  

Learning at CWU can go beyond your undergraduate degree. The School of Graduate Studies and Research provides quality graduate programs to prepare wildcats for their careers or for doctoral programs.

Visit the Graduate Student Canvas shell for more information.