Chemical Engineering major McKenna Clinch participated this summer in the National Science Foundation Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) program at Auburn University.

Her REU, "Collaborative Approaches Among Scientists and Engineers," gives STEM students the opportunity to work on a cross-disciplinary project led by teams of two faculty mentors from two distinct disciplines.

"My REU experience was one of the most rewarding experiences I have ever had," she said. "I was able to be a part of a research project from start to finish and wrap up my summer with a presentation to show my findings. This REU gave me the opportunity to discover the rewards of research and has motivated me to continue on to graduate school."