VERDANT RESEARCH TIMELINE
2020-2024
Freshman Year
Introduction to Gemstone
FALL 2020
Freshman Year
SPRING 2021
Teams were formed and roles were assigned. The team begin working on the Literature Review.
Sophomore Year
FALL 2021
Identify relevant research material and complete initial draft of thesis proposal. Look into grants/funding sources.
Sophomore Year
Write and present thesis proposal. Continue search for grants/funding sources.
SPRING 2022
Junior Year
FALL 2022
Build the green wall and begin data collection. Prepare and present research at Do Good Showcase. Develop a detailed outline of the five chapters of the team thesis.
Junior Year
SPRING 2023
Improve green wall and analyze results. Produce initial draft of first three chapters of thesis and obtain feedback. Create and present poster on Undergraduate Research Day in April.
Senior Year
FALL 2023
Wrap up research and data analysis. Complete draft of entire thesis. Prepare draft of team presentation for the Team Thesis Conference Rehearsal.
Senior Year
SPRING 2024
Complete, finalize, and submit team thesis. Practice team presentation at rehearsal. Present team thesis at the Team Thesis Conference.